Founded in Anaheim, California in 1982, Set Free Church was a controversial cult-like organization led by Pastor Phil Aguilar. Despite being considered a cult, thousands of people, including bikers, addicts, and the homeless, found a life-changing faith through Jesus. The documentary explores the early years of Pastor Phil's life, the church's explosive growth in the late 1980s, and its eventual closure. It features firsthand accounts from Pastor Phil and others, including the support of Trinity Broadcasting Network and Calvary Chapel churches. The film also delves into the controversy surrounding the church's treatment of its members and its eventual demise.
Set Free Posse: Jesus Freaks, Biker Gang, or Christian Cult?
A charismatic pastor, Phil, attracts a devoted following of bikers, addicts, and the homeless, offering them a sense of purpose and redemption, but his unorthodox methods lead some to question the nature of his church.
