Believer (2018 American film)

Believer is a 2018 American documentary film directed by Don Argott. It centers on Dan Reynolds, the lead singer of the band Imagine Dragons, as he explores the treatment of LGBTQ individuals within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

The film follows Reynolds as he organizes and hosts the first LoveLoud Festival in Orem, Utah, an event designed to raise awareness and support for LGBTQ youth. It also documents his personal journey as he grapples with his own faith and the conflict between his beliefs and the church's stance on same-sex relationships.

Believer features interviews with LGBTQ members of the LDS Church, their families, and religious leaders. It delves into the high rates of suicide among LGBTQ youth in Utah, which has been linked to the perceived rejection and lack of acceptance from their community and religious institutions.

The film received positive reviews for its sensitive and empathetic portrayal of the issues, as well as for Reynolds' commitment to advocacy and creating a safe space for LGBTQ individuals within the LDS community. It premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival and was later acquired by HBO.