
Stranger at the Gate
Directed by Joshua Seftel
Produced by Smartypants Pictures
A documentary about radicalization and redemption that traces how human connection and interfaith dialogue can transform hatred into compassion.
A U.S. Marine plots a terrorist attack on a small-town American mosque, but his plan takes an unexpected turn when he comes face to face with the people he sets out to kill.
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Does Stranger at the Gate end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is Stranger at the Gate easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Stranger at the Gate violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Stranger at the Gate scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is Stranger at the Gate sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Stranger at the Gate
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Same Mood as Stranger at the Gate
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Like Stranger at the Gate, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Stranger at the Gate, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Stranger at the Gate, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































