Prayers for Bobby
Prayers for Bobby

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In "Prayers for Bobby," Mary Griffith (Sigourney Weaver) is a devout Christian who raises her children with the conservative teachings of the Presbyterian Church. However, when her son Bobby (Ryan Kelley) confides to his older brother he may be gay, life changes for the entire family after Mary learns about his secret. While Bobby's father (Henry Czerny) and siblings slowly come to terms with his homosexuality, Mary believes God can cure him of what she considers his 'sin' an... (Full plot summary below)

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Actors in Prayers for Bobby:

Sigourney Weaver
Henry Czerny
Ryan Kelley
Austin Nichols
Carly Schroeder
Scott Bailey

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In "Prayers for Bobby," Mary Griffith (Sigourney Weaver) is a devout Christian who raises her children with the conservative teachings of the Presbyterian Church. However, when her son Bobby (Ryan Kelley) confides to his older brother he may be gay, life changes for the entire family after Mary learns about his secret. While Bobby's father (Henry Czerny) and siblings slowly come to terms with his homosexuality, Mary believes God can cure him of what she considers his 'sin' and persuades Bobby to pray harder and seek solace in church activities in hopes of changing him. Desperate for his mother's approval, Bobby does what is asked of him, but through it all, the church's apparent disapproval of homosexuality causes him to grow increasingly withdrawn and depressed. Guilty over the pain he is causing Mary, Bobby moves away, yet hopes that some day his mother will accept him. His subsequent depression and self-loathing intensifies as he blames himself for not being the 'perfect' son and is driven to suicide. Faced with their tragedy, Mary begins to question her faith when she receives no answers from her pastor concerning her devastating loss. Through her long and emotional journey, Mary slowly reaches out to the gay community and discovers unexpected support from a very unlikely source. The film is based on the 1995 Leroy Aarons book of the same name.

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User Review - 10/10 by lost dvery well said to all those who anyhow anti ppl.. "Before you echo 'Amen' in your home or place of worship, think and remember...a child is listening." .. Mary Griffith
User Review - 10/10 by Aaron GI cried and cried and cried. Never has a story hit home so hard before. A must watch.
User Review - 10/10 by Laura Sthat was the first movie I've ever cried for-- I was literally bawling at the last tail end. This was so inspirational and such a wonderful movie.
User Review - 10/10 by Eric JWould love to share this tear-jearker with others.
User Review - 10/10 by Maranda BThis was incredible. It was amazing, scary and beautiful. This story is incredible and I haven't cried so much during a movie is a really long time.
User Review - 10/10 by Todd SThis is the true story of Bobby Griffith, who killed himself in 1982. Bobby was from a devote catholic family and was also gay. When he came out, everyone tried to "fix" him and it drove him to see himself as a bad person. This movie had some amazing performances in it, so much so that it was hard to watch. It's not just a true story, but it's also performed in such a raw fashion, that it feels like you're standing in the Griffith living room watching it all unfold. A lot of similar movies about tragic stories have been made, but none of them share the raw emotion that this movie has. Sigourney Weaver is at the top of her game and it brings out the best in everyone, especially Ryan Kelley who gives the best performance of his career as Bobby. This is as real as it gets and you will need a box of tissues, but if this is a topic that effects you or someone you know, than I highly recommend taking the time to see this film.
User Review - 10/10 by Alex HA emotional ride that give a more realitic look at the LGBT community then the stereotypical gay friend who does your hair. It used raw emotion and made the viewer think.
User Review - 10/10 by Colleen DThis is a powerful film that will change your outlook on homosexuality.
User Review - 10/10 by Kayla .Absolutely outstanding! You cannot miss this one. Sigourney Weaver is amazing. The truth based story is phenomenal. The story is also very sad and a tear-jerker. Very emotional; it gives a more realistic look at the LGBT community that connects with you right from the start. It uses raw emotion and makes the viewer think. Prayers for Bobby, I give you a 100%.
User Review - 10/10 by Tonje MThis movie is amazing! I think everyone should have seen it, because this movie can make people think and the message is so strong. I must say, those who are not touched by this story, have a cold heart. The movie made me cry, and when movies make you cry, it's a good one!

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