"Believer"... [is] ultimately about a straight, white, married father of three who wants to have it all ways - to be seen by his worldwide fans as an enlightened and empathetic rock star while remaining faithful to his church.

Reynolds seems to push Believer towards sharing the spotlight by bringing in other voices; in so doing, he shows viewers exactly what the role of a good ally is.

Believer and its headliner hit all the right notes, in a film that delivers another kind of thunder.

This isn't a great documentary, but Reynolds deserves applause and respect for getting his message of tolerance to Mormon youth.