A U.S. Marine plans to bomb a mosque in Indiana but changes his mind after meeting the community he intended to attack.
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A U.S. Marine plans to bomb a mosque in Indiana but changes his mind after meeting the community he intended to attack.
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Richard "Mac" McKinney, a Marine veteran from Indiana, returns home grappling with PTSD and a growing animosity towards Muslims. In 2021, he plans to bomb a local mosque in Muncie, where Bibi Bahrami, an Afghan refugee, and her family worship. However, his intentions shift after he spends time with the community. The 30-minute documentary, directed by Joshua Seftel, captures the unexpected interactions that challenge McKinney's beliefs and lead to a reconsideration of his actions.
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- Meet Richard 'Mac' McKinney, a former Marine with a violent plan.
- See Bibi Bahrami's story as an Afghan refugee in Indiana.
- Find out how community can change a person's perspective.
Did You Know
- The film premiered on September 14, 2022, via YouTube and The New Yorker.
- Richard 'Mac' McKinney served in Iraq and Afghanistan before returning to Indiana.
- The film was screened at five film festivals in 2022, including Tribeca Festival.
- Joshua Seftel received the El-Hibri Foundation Peace Award in 2022.
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Who directed the documentary Stranger at the Gate?
Stranger at the Gate was directed by Joshua Seftel.
What is the runtime of Stranger at the Gate?
The runtime of Stranger at the Gate is 30 minutes.
When did Stranger at the Gate have its world premiere?
Stranger at the Gate had its world premiere on September 14, 2022.
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