# Jesus Camp (2006)

> An unflinching documentary observes evangelical children immersed in emotionally charged religious instruction and asks where faith ends and indoctrination begins.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1175

## Facts

- Runtime: 84 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady
- Cast: Becky Fischer, Mike Papantonio, Ted Haggard, Lou Engle
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0486358/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: unflinching, unsettling, compassionate, documentary night, discussion group viewing

## Synopsis

A chilling exploration of faith and indoctrination through the eyes of children.

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