We will be joined by the film’s central figure, Richard “Mac” McKinney, BSW. Helping us with this discussion will be WMU Associate Professor of Comparative Religion, Alisa Perkins. Dr. Perkins has done extensive research on Islam in America and is currently working on a documentary of her own. Dr. Perkins will assist event organizers and chapter board members, David C. Weindorf and Ian Magnuson, in providing a guided discussion on the film and its themes. There will be time for participant questions during the event as well.
This event will take place Wednesday, October 18 from 7-8:30pm EST.
Event information:
The West and Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Fulbright Association is thrilled to announce the subject of its third annual virtual film discussion! It will be centered around the Academy Award nominee short film “Stranger at the Gate.” This illuminating event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 18th, from 7:00 to 8:30pm EST. Registration for the event opens September 18th and all are welcome to attend.
“Stranger at the Gate” has captured the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide with its poignant narrative and powerful portrayal of compassion in action. We are honored to have the central figure of the film, Mr. Richard “Mac” McKinney, BSW, join us for this discussion.
Stranger at the Gate is a 2022 American short documentary film directed by Joshua Seftel. The documentary is about an Afghan refugee named Bibi Bahrami and the members of her little Indiana mosque, who come face to face with Richard “Mac” McKinney, a U.S. Marine who has secret plans to bomb their community center. But Mac McKinney’s plan takes an unexpected turn. – Wikipedia
You can watch the film for free on YouTube, courtesy of the New Yorker magazine. CBS Sunday Morning also did a spot on the film’s impact, leading up to the Academy Awards.
The West and Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Fulbright Association is excited to create a platform for meaningful conversations and intellectual exchange. This event is open to all who appreciate the art of storytelling and its ability to foster understanding and connection among diverse communities.
Registration for the event is open via Zoom.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, October 18th
- Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm EST
- Location: Virtual (Details for access will be provided upon registration)
- Featured Guest: Mr. Richard “Mac” McKinney, BSW
- Platform: Zoom