Apostasy

As a drama centered on the painful act of shunning within a religious community, audience emotional responses for 'Apostasy' would be heavily dominated by Sadness, Empathy, and Melancholy, reflecting the profound emotional toll and loss experienced by the characters. The internal conflict of questioning faith and the pressure of religious dogma would evoke significant Anxiety and Confusion. Anger would likely be directed at the rigid system causing such suffering, while the practice of shunning itself would be perceived as Disturbing. Despite the somber themes, there would be a degree of Inspiration from the characters' resilience and courage in facing their difficult choices.