Showing of 'God's Army Ii' Draws Praise and Criticism

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Despite an LDS filmmaker's stated effort to combat religious stereotypes in his most recent film, one Utah religious leader said there were several he was offended by during a recent interfaith panel discussion.

The film, "God's Army II: States of Grace," was originally released in 2005 and received praise from several critics, who labeled it a large cut above other LDS-themed films for a gritty story line that explores gang violence, forbidden love and redemption in the context of LDS missionary service.

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Showing of 'God's Army Ii' Draws Praise and Criticism

The Trolley Square Regency Theater was packed Wednesday night for a free showing of the film, which will be re-released in local theaters on Jan. 20 and run through the duration of the Sundance Film Festival in ...

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