"Although much work has gone into preserving the historical accuracy of the film, this also means that extreme historical violence has been portrayed."

It is violent, but just like the Passion of the Christ, it is necessary violence. It would dishonour what Doss did to sugar-coat it. Doss was like Christ - in the mud, in the thick of it, in its most horrible visceral reality. 

"Neither the Doss Council nor the Adventist church have advocated for church members to see the film. However, the church does claim that Doss’ character and the Adventist church are portrayed in a positive light.

The movie isn't preachy but certainly explores Doss' beliefs. In fact, it is arguably 'anti-theological' but 'pro-Jesus'. Doss admits he doesn't have all the theological answers to the tough questions. He is attacked by others for his seemingly paradoxical beliefs of not carrying a gun even though Doss sees it a just war, but equally not being a 'real' objector. Doss simply reflects Jesus.