Lynching For God

Synopsis

At the shrine of Mumtaz Qadri, crowds gather to commemorate his death, reflecting on his controversial legacy. Qadri was executed for the assassination of Salman Taseer, the governor of Punjab, Pakistan, in 2011. Taseer advocated for reforming the country's strict blasphemy laws, which can lead to a death sentence for insulting Islam or the Prophet. This act of violence turned Qadri into a martyr for religious hardliners, who view blasphemy as a justifiable reason for murder. His 12-year-old son now serves as the spokesperson for Qadri's legacy, expressing pride in his father's actions and the support from the gathered crowd. The event highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding blasphemy laws in Pakistan and the societal divisions they create.