Synopsis
Louis Theroux returns to visit the controversial Westboro Baptist Church, investigating what effect the death of its founder has had on its members and those who have since left.
- Programme: Louis Theroux
- Episode: Surviving America's Most Hated Family
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2019
- Religious Education
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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