377:'s Joseph L. Conn wrote "The theme of the movie seems to be that the Pilgrims came to America seeking religious liberty, and they set up a model Christian community that we ought to emulate today," and continued "Well, here's some news, Kirk and Company. The Pilgrims and Puritans did come here seeking religious liberty, but they set up a regime that gave freedom only to themselves, denying it to others. In keeping with its religious viewpoint, Plymouth Colony prescribed the death penalty for adulterers, homosexuals and witches, whipping for denying the scriptures and a fine for harboring a Quaker." He ended his review saying "Don't be misled by Kirk Cameron's charming smile. It masks a chilling agenda."
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gave the film a poor review, calling it a "slick and exceedingly odd proselytizing tool," and giving it a grade of C. The film does not have enough reviews from critics to receive a summary rating on
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