Them That Follow
Them That Follow

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Them That Follow

2019
Movie
98 min
English

A Pentecostal pastor, Lemuel Childs, and his believers handle venomous snakes to prove themselves before God. Lemuel’s daughter, Mara holds a secret that threatens to tear the church apart: her romantic past with a nonbeliever, Augie. As Mara’s wedding to a devoted follower looms, she must decide whether or not to trust the steely matriarch of their community, Hope, with her heart and life at stake.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes59%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users68%
Director: Britt Poulton and Dan FurstGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the wilds of Appalachia, a young woman, engaged to be married, is at the center of a forbidden love affair. Her secret is discovered, threatening to tear apart her insular, ultraconservative Pentecostal community. The ensuing conflict forces her to confront her faith and her future, challenging the patriarchal traditions that govern her life.

Critical Reception

Them That Follow received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, particularly Olivia Colman's, and its atmospheric depiction of rural religious life. However, some found the plot predictable and the exploration of faith versus desire underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances, especially from Olivia Colman.

  • Appreciated for its atmospheric and unsettling portrayal of a closed religious community.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable narrative and missed opportunities in thematic exploration.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film engaging due to its dramatic premise and strong acting, with many highlighting Olivia Colman's performance. Some viewers felt the story could have been more impactful or offered a deeper exploration of the characters' motivations.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around the Cincinnati, Ohio area.

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Gimly

Gimly

I was honestly pretty disappointed with _Them That Follow_. I saw the trailer and thought it looked fantastic, I looked up the cast and that had me well and truly on board. But the actual movie? Not so much on board as just regular bored. ...