description Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief Overview
Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief is a 2015 documentary film directed by Alex Gibney and broadcast on HBO. The film is an adaptation of Pulitzer-winning author Lawrence Wright's 2013 book "Going Clear," which examines the history and practices of the Church of Scientology. It combines archival footage with testimonies from former high-ranking Scientologists, detailing the church's origins under L. Ron Hubbard and its operations under David Miscavige.
The documentary targets viewers interested in investigative journalism, religious institutions, and cult behaviors.
help Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief FAQ
Which former Scientology members appear in Going Clear?
The documentary features former members including Paul Haggis, Mike Rinder, Jason Beghe, and Spanky Taylor. Their accounts cover auditing, internal discipline, celebrity recruitment, and life inside the Sea Organization.
How is Going Clear connected to Lawrence Wright's book?
Alex Gibney's film is based on Lawrence Wright's 2013 book Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief. The documentary condenses that investigation into a roughly two-hour HBO presentation.
Does Going Clear discuss Tom Cruise and John Travolta?
Yes. The film examines Scientology's cultivation of celebrity members and devotes significant attention to Tom Cruise and John Travolta, although neither was interviewed for the documentary.
Where was Going Clear originally released?
Going Clear premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015 before airing on HBO in the United States. It was directed by Alex Gibney, whose other investigative documentaries include Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room.
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