Following his death, Mary undergoes a profound transformation, eventually becoming a prominent activist for gay rights and PFLAG. Critical Reception Prayers for Bobby (TV Movie 2009)

The film is based on the true story of , a young gay man growing up in a devoutly religious 1970s household.

Feeling rejected and unable to meet his mother’s expectations, Bobby eventually takes his own life.

After Bobby comes out, his mother, Mary (Sigourney Weaver), believes God can "cure" him and subjects him to religious pressure and therapy.