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Cult Explosion examines various religious groups labeled as cults, including Hare Krishna, the Manson Family, and the People's Temple. The film presents perspectives on these groups, featuring insights from individuals like Rabi Maharaj and Professor Walter Martin, who provide commentary on the beliefs and practices of these organizations.
The documentary runs for 56 minutes and is directed by Patrick Matrisciana. It covers a range of groups such as Scientology, Christian Science, and the Unification Church, aiming to inform viewers about the characteristics that lead to these groups being classified as cults.
Why Watch
- •Meet Rabi Maharaj, a former cult member.
- •See insights from Professor Walter Martin on cults.
- •Find out about the beliefs of the Unification Church.
Did You Know
•The film includes the Manson Family, known for the 1969 murders.
•Hare Krishna is one of the groups featured, founded in 1966.
•The People's Temple, led by Jim Jones, had over 1,000 members before the 1978 mass suicide.
Perfect For
Religious studiesCult dynamics1970s counterculture