More than 25 locations across the United States and Australia were used to film a documentary examining the rise of Christian nationalism and its impact on democracy.
“Christian Nationalism's unholy war on Democracy.”
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More than 25 locations across the United States and Australia were used to film a documentary examining the rise of Christian nationalism and its impact on democracy.
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On January 6, 2021, the U.S. Capitol became the site of a violent insurrection, with participants brandishing crosses and Christian flags alongside weapons. "Bad Faith" investigates the rise of Christian nationalism in the United States, tracing its roots to figures like Paul Weyrich and Jerry Falwell. The film connects this movement to the events of January 6 and the political influence that led to the support for Donald Trump. It draws on key texts, including Anne Nelson's "Shadow Network" and Randall Balmer's "Bad Faith," to illustrate the dangers of intertwining faith and politics.
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- See how Christian nationalism shaped Trump's presidency.
- Find out about the Council for National Policy's secretive role.
- Meet key figures like Paul Weyrich and Jerry Falwell.
Did You Know
- The film was shot in 25 locations across the U.S. and Australia.
- Co-director Stephen Ujlaki is a professor at Loyola Marymount University.
- The title is adapted from Randall Balmer's book Bad Faith (2021).
- The film took several years to edit and complete.
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Who directed the documentary Bad Faith?
Bad Faith was directed by Stephen Ujlaki and Chris Jones.
What is the main focus of the documentary Bad Faith?
The documentary focuses on the rise of Christian nationalism in the United States and its opposition to American democracy.
What significant political event is linked to the influence of Christian nationalists according to the documentary?
The political influence of Christian nationalists is linked to the support for Donald Trump's candidacy and the January 6 United States Capitol attack.
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