The Keepers

This documentary investigates the horrific sexual abuse scandal within the Catholic Church in Baltimore, focusing on the alleged cover-up by church officials and the decades-long fight for justice by survivors. It uncovers patterns of abuse and misconduct that spanned multiple parishes and involved numerous children over several decades. The film highlights the systemic issues that allowed such abuse to occur and persist, while also showcasing the bravery of those who came forward.

The Keepers received widespread critical acclaim for its meticulous research, powerful storytelling, and unflinching examination of institutional abuse. Critics lauded its thoroughness in documenting the scandal and its impact on survivors, while also acknowledging the film's emotional weight. It was praised for bringing crucial attention to a deeply troubling issue.

• Praised for its in-depth investigation into the Catholic Church abuse scandal.

• Lauded for giving a powerful voice to survivors and their long fight for justice.

• Critically acclaimed for its courageous and thorough approach to a difficult subject.

Google audience: Viewers found 'The Keepers' to be a deeply impactful and essential documentary, commending its thorough investigation and the bravery of the survivors featured. Many expressed outrage at the revelations and praised the film for shedding light on institutional cover-ups and the need for accountability.

Won multiple awards including an Emmy for Outstanding Informational Documentary and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

The documentary's director, Ryan White, was inspired to make the film after encountering one of the survivors of the abuse years before the series was produced.