Excuse me if I'm wrong but, paradise?
Yes, that's correct, our paradise.
This, all you see before you, is temporary.
There is a higher order, another plane of existence.
My family and I, all of my disciples...
we're getting closer and closer to crossing over to the promised gates.
You mean in a spiritual sense, metaphorically speaking--
No, no, not a metaphor! It's as literal as it gets.
It's here in this world.
It has already begun. We're on the precipice of...
We're on the verge of...
Do you have to be so close?
Just doing my job here.
We'd love to discuss this further,
but in a more suitable location.
I was wondering if we could come and visit
your family at the commune and continue this interview...
No, I'm sorry.
I do not allow nonbelievers to enter Paradise Gates.
Experience has taught us that in your eyes we are seen
as nothing more than a carnival freakshow.
- I understand, sir, but... - Malik.
Excuse me, sir, but that's why we want your approval.
We want to show an unbiased view of your family.
No editorial slant,
just a platform for you to show our viewers the
truth behind the ideology at Paradise Gates.
What do you say?
Madame, my name is Malik.
- This is my crew. - Hi, I'm Lena. I'm the producer.
- Hello. - It was quite a journey.
Yes, we found being too close to the
city was a little dangerous for Father.
- It's safer for us out here. - I see...
We can't let any harm come to Father.
He's our sole shepherd on our journey to immortality.
- You've got a large compound here. - Yes, out of necessity.
- Hi, what's your name? - This is Lydia.
Thank you.
Did the other little girls help you?
I'm not a girl anymore. Father took care of--
Enough, Lydia. Tend to your sisters now.
Please follow me.
Yeah, all right.
How many children are in the commune?
Twenty in total.
How about Father? Does he have any children?
We are all Father's children here.
Our Father...
Sorry, madame.
Our almighty Father has a lot of responsibilities for his family.
As you spend more time with him, you'll grow to appreciate our ways.
How long have you had this building?
For some time.
Here are Father's little chosen ones.
Would it be okay for us to film them?
You can film only what Father allows.
Yes, those. Security purposes.
Please, this way.
Okay, we'll be ready to start soon, sir.
I'd like to start by getting your perspective,
then we'll move on to your family and the commune.
Are you all right?
I am fine. I am ready.
Sir, are you sure you're okay to do this interview?
I've waited a long time for this day.
Okay. In that case, we'll start straightaway.
I'd like to ask...
Wait. Are you okay?
I'm fine.
All right, so as I said I'd like to begin by asking you...
Excuse me, sir, the restroom?
Go downstairs, third door on the left.
Thank you.
Come on, let's start.
Do not be worried, Madame will take care of her.
It's okay, sir. Technical issues.
Exactly, sir.
He'll do field control and leave us to talk.
Well, first I must start with a somewhat challenging question.
A question that I am sure is on most people's minds.
Regarding your lifestyle,
specifically the relationship you have with the children here.
What's your point?
Where's your teacher?
Wow, these are really great.
What's this a painting of?
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to just barge in.
Beautiful, aren't they?
Yes, they are.
But not as beautiful as yours will be.
Excuse me?
No, you will bear something very special indeed.
You are very blessed.
Wait, don't be scared.
Excuse me, madame.
In order to follow this path you have to remain pure.
I can help maintain that purity.
They bring their wives, their children so that I...
may wash away their impurities.
Wash away their impurities? They're still children.
You may see it as unnatural,
- but we see it as a progression. - I see it...I see it as underage children
involved in what many consider illegal behavior, sir.
I have blessed them.
They will stand by me on the front line, in the heavenly glow of the gates.
Oh, how long they have waited.
Men in robes may seek heaven in the skies.
But not me.
I do not need to look upwards.
I simply look ahead.
For paradise is right in front of me
and I hold the key to unlock the gates.
Pull with all my might, I will open the gates of paradise.
- This world of ours is temporary. - Um... Malik?
- This is just the beginning. - Sorry, the battery is almost out.
- Sir, please excuse me a moment. - Where are you going?
We need a spare battery. I'll be right back.
In your opinion, what do you think about organized religion...
It's time.
What?
Brothers and sisters.
My children.
Lovers of my life.
Follow me,
for I have been the compass of your souls.
Months...
Even years...
Oh, it felt like an eternity.
But now we are approaching the final steps.
Today, at this very moment,
we will reach our salvation.
This is it!
The final key to Paradise is ours.
My wives and my children. Take one cup each, my little ones.
Don't waver from your path. Make sure to drink every drop.
Yesterday, you were tainted and sullied.
Today, you stand as angels of purity.
Don't be afraid, hold firm. Guide yourself to the promised land.
Take into your hearts what you're about to do...
Sir?
Don't fucking interrupt me!
And for my sons and brothers!
Our path is filled with unholy obstacles,
but as we step closer to him, boulders shall become...
mere pebbles.
I command you! Vanquish them with me!
You didn't listen!
It is our time now...
Stand up.
And give your bodies to him.
- As we approach these final steps. - No, you can't do this.
Know that we will soon bask in his embrace.
What the fuck is going on?
Rejoice, child, the time has cometh.
Virgins, angels,
all your desires--
He shall provide.
Until we meet again, my brothers.
Let us say goodbye as we close this prayer.
Amen.
No, no, no, no!
Amen.
Take his arms.
Bring him here.
- No, please don't! - Don't move, sir!
Please be patient, sir.
- No, please! - I said be patient, sir!
It has been an honor to meet you, sir.
The day has come, He will be here soon...
Wait!
Our time has come!
Everything is ready.
The day has come, awake is the promised one.
You don't need that anymore, son.
It is... fulfilled.