For over 50 years, daily life in Gloriavale has been governed by rigid beliefs and hierarchies as men rule over their wives. When shocking allegations of sexual abuse and a cover-up threaten their way of life, former members speak out while others fiercely defend their way of life.
The origins of devout religious community, Gloriavale, are traced through founder Neville Cooper, who built a radical movement based on obedience, sacrifice and control. What began as faith hardened into a system shaping decades of crime and scandal
This is the moment religious community Gloriavale's closed world is torn open. As sexual assault allegations mount, police raid the property and the founder faces a stunning fall that will haunt the community forever.
After their founder's death, Gloriavale faces a crisis of leadership under a new leader. As allegations mount and pressure grows, the promises of change are tested by sexual abuse, scandal, scrutiny, and a fight over whether it can survive.