Netflix has released a chilling new documentary titled "Trust No One: The Fake Prophet," which delves into the secretive world of a polygamist sect. The series follows experts and filmmakers as they infiltrate the group to expose its inner workings and the influence of its leaders.
According to industry reports from April 10, the documentary was officially added to the streaming platform on April 8. It focuses on the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS) community in Short Creek, Utah, a group currently grappling with internal divisions and the rise of a self-proclaimed new prophet.
The production features cult expert Christine Marie and her husband, cinematographer Tolga Katas. Together, they document the rise of Samuel Bateman, a man claiming to be the successor of the group's leadership. The documentary aims to reveal the truth behind his rise to power and the impact on the community's followers.
In the context of this news, (sa-i-bi) refers to a cult or a pseudo-religion. It is used to describe groups that claim to be religious but are actually exploitative or fraudulent. While the full term is (pseudo-religion), it is often shortened to just in headlines and casual conversation.
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Directed by Rachel Dretzin, who previously won Emmy and Peabody awards for "Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey," the series utilizes undercover footage and insider testimonies. It is part of a broader wave of new content on Netflix, including the romance film "18th Rose" and the crime series "Big Mistake."
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On April 8, Netflix premiered "Trust No One: The Fake Prophet," a documentary series that provides an unfiltered look at a polygamist cult. The story centers on the FLDS community in Short Creek, Utah, which has long been a subject of public fascination and concern due to its isolationist practices and strict hierarchy. The documentary highlights how the community, already fractured by past leadership scandals, falls under the influence of Samuel Bateman.
Christine Marie, an expert on cult dynamics, and her husband Tolga Katas moved to the area to assist community members who were struggling with the group's shifting leadership. While there, they witnessed firsthand how Bateman began to assert control, claiming divine authority. The couple decided to take action by documenting his activities, eventually gathering evidence of what they describe as the "reality of evil" within the sect.
The series is notable for its use of never-before-seen footage and intimate interviews with those who have managed to leave the group. It explores the psychological tactics used by Bateman to maintain loyalty among his followers, many of whom were already vulnerable due to the group's fundamentalist upbringing. The documentary does not just focus on the leader but also on the bravery of the whistleblowers who risked their safety to speak out.
In addition to this documentary, Netflix is expanding its April lineup with diverse genres. "18th Rose," released on April 9, tells the story of a romance sparked by a secret deal between students. Meanwhile, "Big Mistake" follows a pair of siblings who accidentally become involved in organized crime. Later this week, the platform will also release "Thrash: Shark Attack," a survival thriller, and the third season of the Portuguese drama "Turn of the Tide."
Context
The FLDS is a radical offshoot of Mormonism that continues to practice polygamy, which is illegal in the United States.
Samuel Bateman, the central figure of the documentary, was a former member who claimed to be a prophet and was later arrested on federal charges related to his activities within the sect.
South Korean audiences have shown a high interest in cult-related documentaries following the massive success of "In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal" on Netflix last year.
๋ทํ๋ฆญ์ค์์ ์๋ก์ด ์ฌ์ด๋น ๋คํ๋ฉํฐ๋ฆฌ๊ฐ ๋์์ด์.netpeulrikseueseo saeroun saibi dakyumenteoriga nawasseoyo. โ A new cult documentary came out on Netflix.
์์ฆ ์ฌ์ด๋น ์ข ๊ต ๋ฌธ์ ๊ฐ ์ฌ๊ฐํด์.
yojeum saibi jonggyo munjega simgakhaeyo.
Cult issues are serious these days.
๊ทธ ์ฌ๋์ ์ฌ์ด๋น ๊ต์ฃผ์ฒ๋ผ ๋งํด์.
geu sarameun saibi gyojucheoreom malhaeyo.
That person talks like a cult leader.
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