Upon its digital release in January 2018, GST faced immediate backlash:

The film is characterized by extensive nudity and explicit language, though it does not contain actual sex acts. Its primary focus is Malkova's commentary on:

In the landscape of digital media, 2018 saw the release of a documentary that defied easy categorization. God, Sex, and Truth (original Portuguese title: Deus, Sexo e a Verdade ) starring Michele M. (Mell) was not a conventional Hollywood production. Instead, it emerged as a philosophical, erotic, and spiritual manifesto. The keyword phrase "God Sex and Truth 2018 English UNRATED Hot Mov..." has since become a popular search term, indicating a high demand for the film’s most explicit, uncensored version.

The film succeeds as a conversation starter but fails as rigorous philosophy. Michele M. is a compelling presence, yet the arguments are repetitive: shame is bad, pleasure is good, God doesn’t care. For viewers seeking genuine theological inquiry, the film offers little beyond basic sex-positive talking points.

In an "UNRATED" storyline, the character’s relationship with God often mirrors their relationship with their partner. It is fraught with tension. They may beg God for forgiveness while lying in the arms of a lover they shouldn't be with. They may question the existence of a divine plan while navigating a divorce. These storylines are "unrated" because they refuse to sanitize the friction between religious dogma and human need.