Session 5

STRANGER AT THE GATE tells the remarkable true story of U.S. Marine Richard McKinney who plotted to blow up the Islamic Center in his hometown of Muncie, Indiana. Upon entering the mosque, he came face to face with people he intended to kill, and was transformed by their kindness and acceptance. And, in a true, nearly unbelievable twist, Richard converts to Islam and becomes president of the mosque! (30 minutes)

Following this screening there will be a q&a with producer Suzanne Hillinger and film subject Zaki Bahrami hosted by Simran Jeet Singh, Executive Director for the Aspen Institute’s Religion & Society Program and author of The Light We Give: How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life.

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STREET REPORTER follows an aspiring photojournalist who discovers the power of her own voice while struggling to survive homelessness. (30 minutes)

Following this screening there will be a q&a with film subject Shiela White (via Zoom)