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Hellbound? is a 2012 Canadian documentary that examines the debate surrounding the existence and nature of hell. The film features interviews with theologians and commentators who express various perspectives on whether hell exists and who might end up there after death. Key figures in the film include Brian McLaren, Mark Driscoll, Frank Schaeffer, and William Paul Young, providing a range of theological viewpoints.
Producer Kevin Miller began working on the film in January 2011, coinciding with the controversy sparked by Rob Bell's book, Love Wins. The film had its first public screening on September 12, 2012, in Nashville, Tennessee, and was later released on DVD and VOD on May 28, 2013. As of October 19, 2012, it had a 67% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Why Watch
- •Meet theologians like Brian McLaren and Mark Driscoll.
- •Find out about the controversy from Rob Bell's Love Wins.
- •See how different faiths view the concept of hell.
Did You Know
•The first public screening took place on 12 September 2012.
•The film was released on DVD and VOD on 28 May 2013.
•The film has a 67% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes as of 19 October 2012.
•Production began in January 2011, influenced by Rob Bell's book.
Perfect For
Theology enthusiastsDebate loversReligious studies students