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Reminder for those with HBO

Irshgrl31201 — Sat, 28 Mar 2015 22:30:11 GMT

Going Clearcientology and the Prison of Belief is on tomorrow (Sunday at 8PM). I have really been looking forward to this documentary.

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FUTURE — Sun, 29 Mar 2015 00:06:36 GMT

Never heard of it! But I'll be recording and trying it out. Sounds very interesting!

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scotttie — Sun, 29 Mar 2015 22:39:27 GMT

We don't get HBO. Let us know what you thought of the program will you?

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ds — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 03:16:45 GMT

Just finished watching. I knew it is a cult but never knew it is a very dangerous one especially if you want to leave the cult.

It was well done with many ex-scientology members being interviewed. They were top members of this cult.

They spoke about Tom Cruise and John Travolta and how they broke up Tom Cruise marriage to Nicole Kidman. They also turned their adopted kids against Nicole. This must be the reason they do not see their mother because the cult will not let them see her.

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Free2be — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 03:23:11 GMT

Very well done. Very touching expressions of deep regret and shame at the end of it -- and the mother whose daughter came to say "I have to disconnect from you" -- so very sad.

I doubt the IRS has the courage to undo the damage they wrought when they buckled.

Very touching, too, the understanding for those still in it who don't speak up. So much fear of unknowns and for the known retributions if they leave, and the strong need to belong that causes one to give over their own mind.

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Anglophilly — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 13:52:35 GMT

This was the scariest film! Reminiscent of pre-World War 2 rallies in Germany.

The amount of money and real estate held by this group is staggering. One could decide to boycott movies made by the 2 featured prominent actors, but unknowingly still be supporting the movement. The billions are no doubt invested in companies we support in everyday commerce.

The dogma demands punishment for questioners or non-believers. That means everyone is "fair game". Frightening.

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adelle38 — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 13:57:25 GMT

There have been reports about the abusive nature of Scientology for decades but unfortunately, they only seem to get richer and more powerful. I really don't understand how they get away with terrorizing people.

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moonstone dunes — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 14:37:51 GMT

For some reason I thought L Ron had fallen off the map for a while in the 70s or 80s.

Very chilling program. Curious to see if their ""Stars"" will speak out about some of the abuses.

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meem120 — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:03:15 GMT

I thought it was very interesting. I was hoping they were going to interview Leah Remini. She left them several years ago and was experiencing major harassment from them and Kirstie Alley also, they use to be good friends, but no more. Remini kept her name in the press for awhile, probably a good idea to out them!

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keithsmom65 — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:05:46 GMT

I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

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Free2be — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:25:25 GMT

On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Nice. Cults do that, make little threatening sounds about receiving outside knowledge. It's what helps keep the rank and file in line.

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mstyrion 1 — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:40:41 GMT

On 3/30/2015 Free2be said:
On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Nice. Cults do that, make little threatening sounds about receiving outside knowledge. It's what helps keep the rank and file in line.

Free!

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dmod nj — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:59:01 GMT

On 3/30/2015 mstyrion 1 said:
On 3/30/2015 Free2be said:
On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Nice. Cults do that, make little threatening sounds about receiving outside knowledge. It's what helps keep the rank and file in line.

Free!

Standing ovation, Free!!

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madzonie — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 17:59:09 GMT

On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Huh??

Are you suggesting folks should NOT watch a program like this so they can become more informed on a subject?

How does one learn about cults and other devious things without gaining knowledge?

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scotttie — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 18:03:30 GMT

On 3/30/2015 Free2be said:
On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Nice. Cults do that, make little threatening sounds about receiving outside knowledge. It's what helps keep the rank and file in line.

Well said, Free.

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Colonel Meow — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 18:05:16 GMT

On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

WTHeck? Sorry, I'm usually a bit more eloquent - but this was the first response that came to me. (Actually, Webbie won't let me type my first response, lol!)

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chickenbutt — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 18:18:49 GMT

On 3/30/2015 madzonie said:
On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Huh??

Are you suggesting folks should NOT watch a program like this so they can become more informed on a subject?

How does one learn about cults and other devious things without gaining knowledge?

Actually, that poster said it without even knowing what s/he was saying - In cults, such as the one to which that poster belongs or Scientology, et al to infinity, they don't want people to learn about how they rope people in. They want to keep people ignorant and clueless because that makes them more vulnerable to their 'teachings'. Fear, such as what the poster said, is one of the biggest weapons used.

I think there will always be cults out there. A cult tells people what to believe, how to think, and what to say. It teaches them to use their 'religion' as a weapon of fear and insult against others because it WILL succeed in bringing in the most vulnerable and gullible. What scares THEM is that some are not gullible or vulnerable and will never become a follower. I also think they are afraid of the truth for a couple of reasons, one being that it will destroy all the garbage they are told to believe and they don't want that because they THINK that they are gaining strength from their beliefs. To find out differently is something for which they are just not prepared due to all the brainwashing.

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madzonie — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:13:19 GMT

On 3/30/2015 chickenbutt said:
On 3/30/2015 madzonie said:
On 3/30/2015 Yammy25 said:
I would not fill the brain the good Lord gave me with that filth. Satan will appreciate you watching, however.

Huh??

Are you suggesting folks should NOT watch a program like this so they can become more informed on a subject?

How does one learn about cults and other devious things without gaining knowledge?

Actually, that poster said it without even knowing what s/he was saying - In cults, such as the one to which that poster belongs or Scientology, et al to infinity, they don't want people to learn about how they rope people in. They want to keep people ignorant and clueless because that makes them more vulnerable to their 'teachings'. Fear, such as what the poster said, is one of the biggest weapons used.

I think there will always be cults out there. A cult tells people what to believe, how to think, and what to say. It teaches them to use their 'religion' as a weapon of fear and insult against others because it WILL succeed in bringing in the most vulnerable and gullible. What scares THEM is that some are not gullible or vulnerable and will never become a follower. I also think they are afraid of the truth for a couple of reasons, one being that it will destroy all the garbage they are told to believe and they don't want that because they THINK that they are gaining strength from their beliefs. To find out differently is something for which they are just not prepared due to all the brainwashing.

WELL STATED!!!

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LilacTree — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:17:13 GMT

On 3/29/2015 ds said:
Just finished watching. I knew it is a cult but never knew it is a very dangerous one especially if you want to leave the cult.

It was well done with many ex-scientology members being interviewed. They were top members of this cult.

They spoke about Tom Cruise and John Travolta and how they broke up Tom Cruise marriage to Nicole Kidman. They also turned their adopted kids against Nicole. This must be the reason they do not see their mother because the cult will not let them see her.

I remember an interview with Cruise once (before we knew about the Scientology thing) where he was asked what happened to the marriage. His response was ""Nic knows what she did."" I despise that man.

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Free2be — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:36:26 GMT

What is scary about Scientology is they have the means and the will to ruin anyone they wish to ruin, not just members who fall into the crosshairs but people who hold positions of power in government, banking, and in many countries.

Even if they had to quit milking remaining members of every last cent they have, their property and investment income must be enormous enough to maintain power.