Thousands of Orthodox believers protested in Tbilisi in May 2013, chasing a small group of LGBT activists through the streets.
Synopsis
Thousands of Orthodox believers protested in Tbilisi in May 2013, chasing a small group of LGBT activists through the streets.
Synopsis
Ilia II, the Georgian Patriarch, has led the Georgian Orthodox Church since 1977. On December 25, 2011, he referred to his tenure as a "sunny night." Sunny Night documents the political and social upheavals in Georgia from 1989 to the present. It features protests, wars, and the evolving role of religion in society. The film captures moments such as the May 2013 protests in Tbilisi, where priests formed human chains to confront LGBT activists, reflecting the church's growing radicalism amid shifting national dynamics.
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Why Watch
- See Ilia II's impact on Georgian society since 1989.
- Find out about the 2013 protests against LGBT rights in Tbilisi.
- Meet the voices shaping Georgia's religious identity.
Did You Know
- Ilia II has led the Georgian Orthodox Church for 34 years as of 2011.
- The film covers events from 1989 to the present, spanning over 28 years.
- In May 2013, thousands of Orthodox believers protested against LGBT activists in Tbilisi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who has been the head of the Georgian Orthodox Church since 1977?
Ilia II has been the head of the Georgian Orthodox Church since 1977.
What significant event occurred in Tbilisi in May 2013?
In May 2013, priests formed human chains to lead protests against LGBT activists in Tbilisi.
What does the term 'sunny night' refer to in the context of the documentary?
The term 'sunny night' refers to Ilia II's description of his 34 year-long leadership of the Georgian Orthodox Church.
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