Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

6.9IMDb Score
Released:2023-11-13
Duration:56 min
Director:
Actors:Amy Carlson, Mary Lowers, Ashley Peluso, Lauryn Suarez, Linda Haythorne
Production:HBO Documentary Films, Elara Pictures, Open Secret

Overview:

Chronicles the life and death of Amy Carlson, also known as Mother God, a self-proclaimed spiritual savior who built a cult through her online manifestos and live-streaming sessions. As Amy's health declined, her followers believed her death would lead to her evacuation by UFO and salvation for humanity. Told through the eyes of Amy's devotees and constructed from the cult's archival footage, the three-part docuseries captures the perils of internet proselytizing and a conspiracy-driven faith.

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