Church & State

The documentary delves into the challenges faced by the gay community in Utah, particularly in the context of the Mormon church's significant influence on state politics. It chronicles the efforts of a determined activist and a small law firm in Salt Lake City as they navigate a complex legal landscape to fight for marriage equality.

With a runtime of 85 minutes, Church & State offers insights into the internal conflicts within the LGBTQ community that threatened to derail their efforts. The film ultimately reveals how their unexpected victory set the stage for a U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized gay unions across the country, making it a critical piece of LGBTQ history.