Chronicling the extraordinary rise of one of the most colorful and controversial religious movements in American history, Hail Satan? is an inspiring and entertaining new feature documentary from acclaimed director Penny Lane (Nuts!, Our Nixon).

When media-savvy members of the Satanic Temple organize a series of public actions designed to advocate for religious freedom and challenge corrupt authority, they prove that with little more than a clever idea, a mischievous sense of humor, and a few rebellious friends, you can speak truth to power in some truly profound ways.

As charming and funny as it is thought-provoking, Hail Satan? offers a timely look at a group of often misunderstood outsiders whose unwavering commitment to social and political justice has empowered thousands of people around the world.

The documentary “Hail Satan?” attempts to highlight their cause in an educational, but also very humorous way. By showing these Satanists aren’t horrible demons hellbent on spreading evil throughout the world, the documentary paints a very different picture of Satanism than you might be aware of. It shows that yes, these folks don’t necessarily believe in the same things that most Americans believe in, but they are far from scary. They’re just people with different beliefs.

“Hail Satan?” is directed by Penny Lane, who is probably best known for her work on projects like “Our Nixon” and “Nuts!”

“Hail Satan?” hits theaters on April 19.