"God Bless Bobby"

Nakia 2022-04-20 09:02:20

The admonition that homosexuality will go to hell, he tried his best to correct his son. And Bobby's pain just kept growing. Before his 20th birthday, Bobby met David, a cheerful young man, but Mary refused to accept it and was ashamed of having a gay son. Bobby left home sadly and finally chose death to end his inner torment. His death was a wake-up call for the family, especially Mary, who, with endless remorse, began reaching out to the gay community, participating in PFLAG groups, and discussing biblical interpretation with the clergy. After flipping through her son's diary, she began to confront her identity with her son. The mother who lost her son cried out in the pouring rain, which washed away stubbornness, prejudice and incomprehension. Mary has since devoted her life to the cause of gay rights, helping teenagers like Bobby.

God Bless Bobby (2009)
8.9
2009 / United States / Biography of the same sex / Russell Mukahi / Sigourney Weaver Henry Czerny

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  • Psychiatrist: A lot of times, confusions like Bobby's can be caused by a distant father or an overbearing mother.

    Robert Griffith: Well, I had both and I am fine.

  • Rev. Michaels: When temptation is all around you, Faith, is not enough. It requires discipline, not just mental, but physical. Who would like to share their story?

    Teri: [she stands up] I used to be so unhappy, I stayed out all night, I talked back to my mother, since coming here and accepting Jesus as my savior. I've changed. My mom and I are like best friends now.

    Rev. Michaels: That's great, Teri.