Boy Erased

Synopsis:

Jared, the son of a Baptist pastor in a small American town, is outed to his parents at age 19. Jared is faced with an ultimatum: attend a gay conversion therapy program – or be permanently exiled and shunned by his family, friends, and faith.

Quick Thoughts:

Boy Erased is a difficult film to watch. Overall, it’s a darker film both in the cinematographic style and the key storyline. The entire LGBTQ community knows that conversion therapy is a harmful practice; it is NOT a solution. Nor is being gay, despite what many religious groups continue to proclaim. But watching someone willingly go through a conversion therapy program is a challenge. The fact that this is based on a true story makes it hit home even harder. But despite being a tough film to get through, “Boy Erased” sends a powerful message and ends on a positive note. And it’s brought to life by an award-winning cast! Unless you have trauma from having to go through similar situations, I strongly recommend everyone should watch “Boy Erased”. Perhaps then we can finally get rid of conversion “therapy” and actually support our queer youth.