LDS Consent to Gay Deaths

This short film is entitled "Falling Into Darkness." It is an attempt to provide greater understanding of the consequences in the lives of those who are required to live celibate lives.

The intent of this film is to encourage dialogue between religious organizations and the gay members who participate and worship with them.

Please try to keep comments respectful, no matter what your opinions might be on these issues. If comments become too hateful or nasty, be forewarned that I reserve the right to remove them from the comments list.

Because religious strictures often focus exclusively on the sexual behavior of people, the far-reaching consequences of living a celibate life are either misunderstood or entirely overlooked. This film is intended to provide greater insight into the lives of those who try to conform to policies that limit the full scope of their humanity.

No copyrighted images were used in the creation of this film (I created the images and animated them with 3D and 2D software, along with writing the narration and arranging the sound design). Texts are quoted according to fair use regulations of copyright law. No animals were hurt in the making of this film (people, maybe... but animals, no).

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[italianCalifornian]

im sorry but i think this is bull...im a mormon that is completely gay... i have a boyfriend and im so happy...dont live life lonely and unhappy!pretty much wat this video tells u to do is kill yourself so that u can be in the next life...i believe that u shud live life happily... im not against the religion at all, but seriously? this church is probably the most judging church ever and the ppl call themselves mormon?!?! i dont get it!!! theres tons of scripture that says worry about yourself...

[Prop8Commentary]

@italianCalifornian Mr. italianCalifornia, you have completely misunderstood this video. This video is a protest against the LDS Church policies, which force people to live celibate lives. This is intended to make LDS members confront their biases toward gay people. This video DOES NOT encourage ANYONE to kill themselves, or to "live life lonely and unhappy." Please go back and watch it again. I am a gay man, raised LDS, and protesting against Church policies, NOT supporting them.

[srlou89]

As a Mormon who experiences same gender attraction, I often feel like a piece of metal thrown into a furnace, then quenced, then beat upon with a hammer, and put back into the furnace. But you know what? I am happy because I keep the commandments and I wouldn't wish that my challenges were taken away. This life passes by so quickly. Life is not fair. I have learned to take an eternal view and be happy with the blessings that do have. I have let go of the negative attitudes and am much happier.

[Prop8Commentary]

Each individual has their own journey. That you have found the right path for your own personal journey is good, and I'm glad you're happy. But please be sure, this video is not about venting negative attitudes. The policies of the church lead directly to the premature deaths of gay and lesbian members. It's not a negative attack; it is a statement of fact. Everyone's journey is different. I choose to speak up in this life, rather than quietly waiting until I die for a better resolution.

[reidradionc]

Jesus is often referred to as the great uniter of persons, however, His words are referred by Him as a dividing force. The leaders of the church are only reinforcing what is stated in Romans Chapter 1. Now, I myself have love and concern for homosexuals, and it is my hope that the Lord will forgive "all" of our shortcomings, so that we may all be able to enter into God's presence. I am a heterosexual married man, but I am a sinner, as all men are.

[Prop8Commentary]

Your interpretation of Romans 1 is not universal. Several biblical scholars have noted that Paul's condemnation is targeting socially condoned pederasty (men loving boys), and not the loving union of two adult people. The argument that leaders are "only reinforcing what is stated" in the scriptures not only assumes your interpretation is the sole truth, more importantly it is also an attempt to deflect taking responsibility for the consequences of such policies.

[italianCalifornian]

GO TO FCKH8.COM please!!!! watch their videos! buy their accessories!! fight for the freedom and for happiness!!! PLEASE!!!

[italianCalifornian]

the problem with gay deaths is religion... the churches shove stuff down their throats!! i used to want to kill myself because of all the mormon church leaders!!! there is a mormon in my church that asked us in a class if any of us wore those tight jeans and he said i hope u guys dont wear those faggy jeans...thats not wat god wanted at all! he doesnt want u to throw your life away! we were put on this earth to live in this period of time for a reason!!! im sure many others wud agree with me!!!!

[tamestew]

Many times, people make quick recommendations without considering the full extent of the consequences. Maybe a few don't even care. I'm sure some would if they watched your video. It's excellent.

[bigsherm69]

Thanks for sharing this with us. Great work!

[ImLDSRU2]

Your story is inspiring to me.

[leconarose]

Great Video!! For a long time I wondered why would God require us to suffer in order to gain his love. After many years of searching I come to realize that He requires NOTHING! God is LOVE and love is not binding but love sets you free. It is easy to get lost in books and others opinion of what God is said to want. No Books are needed to find Him, all you need to do is look with in. God is in all of us.