Facing Fear

Facing Fear

A moment of hate. A lifetime of forgiveness.

2013 · 23 min · ★ 5.6 · Documentary

The worlds of a former neo-Nazi and the gay victim of his senseless hate crime attack collide by chance 25 years after the incident that dramatically shaped both of their lives. They proceed to embark on a journey of forgiveness that challenges both to grapple with their beliefs and fears, eventually leading to an improbable collaboration...and friendship.

Directed by Jason Cohen · Written by Jason Cohen

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