"Knocking shows the human face of Jehovah's Witnesses in a way that the general public has never before seen. As a Witness myself, I would like to thank you for presenting the subject in a fair and balanced way that serves as an evidence of our faith in action."
David Ampleford
Auckland, New Zealand
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"This is the best film about Jehovah's Witnesses I have ever seen. I’ve been a Witness for 27 years, and I have seen a lot of crap made about us. But your film was really well made."
Bruno Månsson
Sweden
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"The body of elders in which I serve in Sheffield, UK have asked me to request of you permission to show the Knocking documentary at our local Kingdom Hall. Thank you for presenting to the general public the facts about our activity of 'knocking' on doors."
Brian Manning
England
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"The Knocking documentary is extremely realistic, factual and an eye opener, even for us Witnesses."
Josie Christensen
Quebec, Canada
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"I have viewed the Knocking DVD with friends in the New Zealand Branch Office and I loved it. I feel that it clears up many misconceptions about Jehovah's Witnesses and gives us dignity. Thank you so much for your unbiased reporting of our faith."
Marleine Clayton
New Zealand
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"You really deserve credit for such a balanced film portraying real stories of real people. I own the DVD and have enjoyed watching it many times with my friends. The reactions are very positive."
Daniel Marcincak
Toronto
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"I am very careful about anything involving Jehovah's Witnesses in the media, but Knocking was done very well and fair. I was raised as one of Jehovah' Witnesses and am proud to say this is an amazingly accurate detail of our beliefs."
Kim Babich
Fort Bragg, California
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"There is so much anti-Witness stuff on the Internet; it makes us a bit skittish. As far as being afraid of Knocking, there is no reason anyone should be. Your video has helped us so much. We have been showing Knocking to our Bible studies and family members who aren't Witnesses. They are really appreciating it."
Lisa
Santa Barbara, California
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"When I first heard of your intent to make Knocking, I was a bit skeptical, but you fulfilled your aims and claims in an exceptional way. I've seen the documentary twice now and was equally moved both times. The documentary was quite accurate. You gave the public a very fair and enlightening view into the lives and beliefs of the people of our faith."
Roderic D. Bryson
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"I want to apologize for an email I sent you last year, questioning your film. Since then, I've followed the news about Knocking. Still apprehensive, I bought the DVD. Now that I’ve watched it, I really apologize for questioning the integrity of this film. It was very well researched! Above all, I enjoyed the hours of extras on the DVD, including the interview with the filmmakers. I am also glad I got to see the archival material from the Watchtower's own library. I had not seen much of this before. I must say, well done!"
Amber Star Gutbrod
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"I was cautious at first, like so many Witnesses, to watch the Knocking DVD. To my surprise, it was a well researched and presented documentary. I was proud and emotional as I watched my fellow believers "stand firm" for Jehovah."
Cindi Weber
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"As one of Jehovah's Witnesses for 43 years we have never had a fair shake in the media, and never expected one. That being said, I was thoroughly impressed with the content and production of Knocking. I think Knocking will help honest hearted persons to see what real faith is action is all about."
Hugh Bishop
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"I've been one of Jehovah's witnesses for about 35 years and during that time I've seldom seen such fair and even handed reporting and treatment of my faith. "Knocking" has gone a long way toward healing the rifts and misunderstandings born of underfed experience. I purchased the DVD and many of the friends have viewed it favorably."
Winston Phelps
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"I must admit that I thought Knocking might have apostate material in it -- or at the very least, something disparaging about us. I was pleasantly surprised at the film's accuracy. The film was so moving that tears of joy filled my eyes as I watched it. Thanks again for a very inspiring, encouraging video."
Sheila Taylor
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"I ordered your DVD despite having reservations at first. I enjoyed it tremendously. I even told friends back East about “Knocking” and have ordered copies for them. Thank you for your hard efforts in making this film!"
Marcy Bowe
Dallas
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"As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses I was reticent to watch Knocking, but I have been delighted by what I have seen."
Caroline Schryer Fréchette
Canada
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"My wife was reluctant at first to watch Knocking, because as she said videos about Jehovah’s Witnesses always turn out to be biased against us. But after viewing, she said Knocking was better than anything she had seen before. I am planning to show the Knocking DVD to as many people as possible in our surrounding congregations. Thank you for not making us look bad."
J.P.Blais
Canada
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"I called Watchtower headquarters in New York when I first heard about Knocking. I was told that they felt it was alright and a matter of personal choice to watch it. So, I felt much more comfortable. I just got through watching Knocking and I have to thank you for such a wonderful and factual film. I now have many friends who already purchased the DVD and also think it is great!"
Hannah Ruth Joseph
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"I have not heard one negative word from anyone who has actually seen your presentation on Jehovah's Witnesses."
Pamela Henel
Cheektowaga, NY
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"I am the only Witness in my family. My family was not pleased when I began studying the Bible at age 16 and they are still angry about it. I think Knocking showed in a serious and moving way what families with different beliefs go through! The two families you picked also made a strong impression, just being human and "normal" as we Jehovah’s Witnesses really are. Thank you very much. This is really a fine work that should be spread to all people that have prejudices!"
Catarina Berg
Sweden
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"Thank you for making this film. The views of many non-witnesses are presented and I was glad to hear those. Showing that blended families have opposing views but still love and support each other is healthy. This is positive for Witnesses and non-witnesses in building bridges to keep families communicating and realize that we can 'agree to disagree', yet still love and support each other. I was raised as one of Jehovah's Witnesses and took a critical look at the faith of my parents, then decided to embrace it."
Randy Reed
Nashville, TN
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"I found the documentary up-building, showing how families were encouraged by their faith to overcome their adversities. "Knocking" was a faith-strengthening message."
Caleb Similia
Winchendon, Massachusetts
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"Your film Knocking explained the Witnesses' beliefs in a way I found easy to comprehend, so now I can look upon my family's religion in a more tolerant light. Much to my family's sorrow, I haven't become one of Jehovah's Witnesses. My mother became one of Jehovah's Witnesses when I was 15 years old; my father joined about 10 years after that; and my sister is now also a baptized Witness. I had to write and tell you how surprised I was to enjoy your documentary. It was unbiased and very interesting. I have to admit that at one time I thought of the religion as a "cult." I don't think of it that way any longer, thanks to your film."
Dawn Vanek
San Leandro, CA
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"Thank you for your objective documentation of actual, everyday events we cope with. All of us humans have problems and trials. You did a very good job showing how Jehovah's Witnesses, as any other members of humanity, cope with everyday trials and tribulations -- and you demonstrated why we have a hope which directs and guides us in our decision making. You did a wonderful job presenting the truth."
Pam Henel
Cheektowaga, NY
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"While I appreciated and enjoyed the main presentation, the three hours of extras on the DVD are the appetizer and the dessert. I found Knocking to be refreshingly objective. Rather than getting into a discussion of the right and wrong of dogma, doctrine and beliefs, it was presented as an insight into a couple of JW families. We all have high and low points in our lives, and each of us must work at building relationships with our families, especially those who are not Jehovah's Witnesses. Your production helped, from an outside and inside perspective, to move the pendulum to a more understanding direction."
Daniel Comer
Ogden, UT
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"I'm not one of Jehovah's Witnesses, but you managed to show an unbiased look at their religion. This production is truly a work of art. The flow and material are impeccable. This is truly one of the best planned documentaries that I've seen in my 52 years."
Deborah Bagley
Summerville, SC
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"I didn't know much about Jehovah's Witnesses before I saw the film. The documentary made me realize the role the Witnesses have placed in US history when they went to the Supreme Court 62 times for First Amendment rights."
R. M.
Sarasota, Florida
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"The extra 3 hours on the DVD are really what needs to be seen. The showing on PBS was just the tip of the iceberg. Thank you for such great work."
Ed Reasonover
Ottawa, IL
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"Today at the University in Santa Barbara I talked to a young man who said, "Oh, I just saw the most interesting film about Jehovah's Witnesses in my Religious Studies class." He said it was called "Knocking." I am writing to let you know that at least one Religious Studies professor here in Santa Barbara has used the DVD. I thank you for all the hard work and perhaps some discouragement you may have gone through getting it all together. May you receive many blessings from your continued work."
Weldon Howze
Santa Barbara, CA
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"This is a treasured DVD in our library. It certainly is rare to find an accurate portrayal of Jehovah' witnesses -- no judging or "knocking" of our faith, just presenting things as they are. Keep up the good work."
Sonja Zeemel
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"Thank you so much for making this documentary. I have been one of Jehovah's witnesses for 21 years, "converting" at the age of 21. This film is a valuable tool for those I study with, neighbors, and other associates. Thank you for being unbiased and informative."
Kathy Kosciolek
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"Bravo! The film was objective and informative. The story reflects accurate and unbiased journalism in relating the story without putting a personal slant to it. Will the film eradicate the negativity that has plagued Jehovah’s Witnesses for eons? I do not think so, but I do believe that it will help persons with open minds shed some of the ignorance regarding our beliefs."
Loren
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"I am glad that you did this documentary because it sheds light on us in a way that opens the door for sincere individuals to free themselves of the stigmas that dictate how they view us. Maybe now we can hold meaningful and enlightening conversations. Thanks again, very much!"
Lori Wright
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"We are hearing feedback about Knocking from people we meet door-to-door. People who have watched it in our area who are not Jehovah’s Witnesses feel it was very enlightening and liked it."
Kevin
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"The work that you put into Knocking was exceptional. As soon as I got my DVD we watched it after one of our Bible studies and then gave it to our Circuit Overseer. I already purchased a second DVD because I'm planning to show it to others in our ministry work. Your independent film has opened a new set of doors in our ministry."
Mario A. Latino
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"Thank you for putting an objective lens on a much-maligned and little-understood people."
Malcolm Pass
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"My husband and I were raised and continue to be Jehovah's Witnesses, and we can't express what it means to us to have seen a film about us that was done so fairly, so respectfully, so dignified. We're telling everyone we know -- those related to us in the faith, and those who aren't -- about this wonderful film and DVD."
The Mallon family
Escondido, CA
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"I was pleased with my purchase of the Knocking DVD. As a child, I remember being persecuted while doing street work in Ohio with my parents in the early 1940s. A mob tried to turn over our car with us in it. Another mob waited for us after our meeting ended. The Police Chief was conveniently out of town to let so many bad things happen. Your truthful film brought all these memories back again. As outside journalists, you did a good job of telling the truth the way it was."
Jim Thomas
Poway Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses
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"It is so refreshing (and rewarding) to have someone other than Jehovah's Witnesses bring out the truth about our door-to-door activity and to show the world that our faith in Jesus Christ is genuine. This dispels the myth that we do not believe in Jesus Christ."
Sue Ellis
Danville, Illinois
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"I've been knocking on doors for the past 46 years, but I never felt as proud as I did when I saw your show. You validated us in a way that no other persons have ever done in the public media. I personally told my friends and family about the show and they enjoyed it too. Jesus said "...for he that is not against us is for us..." Mark 9:40, and you certainly proved that point very well."
Mike & Rose Warren
Sun City, AZ
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"I just have to tell you how much I appreciated your movie. I think it was the most accurate, unbiased portrayal of Witnesses I have ever seen. Thank you. I am so impressed with the amount of truth you included which most people don't know: the fight for freedom of speech, for freedom of religion etc. We are so excited and are purchasing several copies of the DVD."
Elena Padilla
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"You have done a tremendous job with this film. My family, friends and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this on PBS, so much so, that we had to purchase our own copies of the DVD. Thank you for such fine family education. We would love to see a sequel."
Janet Stebbins
Florida
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"I recently purchased your DVD. After watching it in its entirety, I felt compelled to write you concerning how very impressed we all were with the unbiased flavor and accuracy of your information. Thank you so much for all the work, time, and effort that obviously went into the making of such a fine film. There is so much negative misrepresentation out there about Jehovah's Witnesses, that it was quite refreshing to see and hear the truth for a change. Thank you again, so much!"
S. Lockwood
South Carolina
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"I’m one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and have been a pioneer for 18 years. I want to thank you for your honest and accurate DVD of the beliefs and history of my religion. I loved Knocking. I ordered the DVD and have played it over and over to my family, Bible studies, etc. To Joel the director, I’d like to say thanks for your respect for us and our beliefs. I do know based on news reports about the film that you chose not to become a witness in your teens and that you chose a lifestyle not in harmony with Bible commands. I applaud you for your honesty and hope and pray that someday you can come to love the wonderful god that gave us life and hope for the future. Thank you from my heart for this DVD of Knocking. It is a true “gift.”"
Linda
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"We were at the Los Angeles premiere and wished you would have been here so that we could have thanked you personally. I haven't been able to stop talking about Knocking and I just ordered 3 DVDs to give to my mom and sister. Thank you again for making Knocking."
Pamela Haddad
Los Angeles
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"This is what I have to say about your film Knocking: wonderful, wonderful, wonderful -- and I am not Lawrence Welk."
David Smith
Golden, Colorado
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"I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses and I think KNOCKING would be a favorable screening for Witnesses and non-Witnesses alike. I had the pleasure of being at the screening of your documentary in Trenton, New Jersey at our city's recent film festival. I found KNOCKING to be fresh, enlightening and fair."
Terri Taylor
New Jersey
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"KNOCKING was a knockout! It was fair, honest and factual. You couldn't have picked better subjects than the Kempler and Thomas families. Best of all, it was told by non-witnesses. Congratulations."
Ellen Williams and Anna Turner
Long Island, New York
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"We wanted to let you all know that we really appreciated the fair depiction of Jehovah's Witnesses contained in your film. Four of us from Cleveland, Ohio traveled to Flint, Michigan to see it, and it was wonderful. We all cried as we watched the movie! Once again, thank you for an accurate and interesting portrayal of Jehovah's Witnesses. We look forward to seeing the DVD."
Marla Roberts, Lashella Carroll, Sonya Parker and Paulette Murray
Cleveland, Ohio
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"I just got in from the Long Island screening of Knocking and I had to write to express my feelings. It was wonderful! As one of Jehovah's witnesses for 35 years, I was a little wary when I first heard about this film. I've been used to inaccurate reports from the media over the years and was thrilled to experience your fair and accurate documentary. I shed a few tears during the sections dealing with Seth Thomas and his father, and of course the experiences of Joseph Kempler. Thank you for your film and for being fair and accurate about our beliefs and way of life."
Alice C. Samuels
Cambria Heights, New York
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"I was very impressed with your film and its four perspectives: 1) the blood issue; 2) our relationship with non-JW family members; 3) JWs & the Nazis; 4) JWs and civil rights. The delivery of these very important issues was nicely demonstrated in the film. When I returned home I immediately told my friends and family about this wonderful film. Thank you for your fairness and good research."
Helen Cole
New York
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"Thank you so much for giving our beliefs a fair shake."
Luanne Longan
Retired English professor, Gadsden State Community College
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As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, I proceeded with caution in watching your film, due to the abundance of 'bad press' Witnesses get. But to my utter joy I found it to be completely unbiased and well researched. The 3 hours of extras on the DVD were absolutely phenomenal and worth the time needed to watch. All I can say is thank you, thank you, thank you. Well done. I'm ordering another copy so that I can share it with those who may not be able to afford it because I can't bear to give up mine.
Cynthia Lessi
Surprise, Arizona
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I just received the DVD, and was totally blown away. The facts and cases are extremely well-weaved, the documentation and interviews are extensive, and the portrayal is unbiased. I have watched it twice, will watch it again, and I'm telling others about it.
Karen O’Neill
Roanoke, Virginia
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We loved the film, but also loved the DVD "extras" -- especially the interviews with the directors. We hope you win every award there is to win out there!
Victor and Linda Whitted
Napa Valley, California
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I've been one of Jehovah’s Witnesses for 31 years, and I must say this was an exceptional and balanced film -- even better than the BBC’s “Purple Triangles” video. I can see why you won so many awards.
John Toce
Louisiana
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Your film was great. Being a student journalist myself, I saw your unbiased lens and I appreciated it. For my whole life I have had to explain my views, defend my beliefs, and it was just refreshing to see this documentary get it right.
Matthew Polovina
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This documentary beautifully tells two separate but equally heart-wrenching stories of real people facing tremendous tests of their faith. It delves deeply into the thought and feelings of not only Jehovah’s Witnesses, but also those non-believers that have dealings with them, whether related or not. What particularly struck me was the film's trueness and honesty to humans on both sides. The fact that Seth, a supposed 'model Jehovah’s Witness', plays electric guitar to Van Halen over his collection of field-service literature was a brilliant commentary on who we are, I thought. My wife groaned a bit at that part and I don't really blame her. It's not exactly idealized behavior, but it's real. We are real people and we love life, so we like to have fun. We are also very serious when it comes to taking a stand for our faith. I thought the film showed that wonderfully. It's a great window into the sub-culture of Jehovah's Witnesses. Also, I highly recommend watching the DVD extra on street witnessing – it’s great -- so true. I loved it and will share it with many.
James Strawn
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My copy of "Knocking" arrived today and I have spent part of the last hour in tears. The story pulled at my heart.  I originally had trepidations. Instead, what I have found is an honest depiction of our faith. I found myself wondering how many additional copies I should order for my family, none of whom are Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Bill Canaday
Detroit
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You have shown my religion at its best times and its worst, and that is only fair. I will definitely share this video with all those I care about, and those looking for unbiased answers about my religion. I will surely see it again tonight. Bravo!
Jennie Bernal
Hialeah, Florida
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I personally loved the study guide that came with the DVD. Someone who doesn't know anything about us will have a very clear understanding of our beliefs and how our organization is structured simply by reading the study guide. I also enjoyed the lecture series on the DVD that interviewed several non-Jehovah’s Witness experts. I plan on telling my friends and workmates about the DVD. Thanks for making such a fantastic film!
Jessie Hernandez
Miami, Florida
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Thank you for your documentary. It's so nice to be portrayed as a real person.  It is sad that, perhaps due to ignorance, others perceive Jehovah’s Witnesses as dangerous fanatics.  Perhaps your film will help others to understand us. 
Deborah Hard
Denton, Texas
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