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In the aftermath of a hate crime, a Sikh American grapples with his fears and anxieties as he attempts to celebrate the 4th of July with his wife and infant son. As tensions rise through various microaggressions and racially charged encounters, he makes a tragic decision that changes his identity forever.
Written and Directed by Nardeep Khurmi
Cinematography by Chris Low
Produced by Nardeep Khurmi, Sachin Bhatt, and Patrick Boylan
Associate Produced by Joe Cecchini
in association with
DANGER NOODLE PRODUCTIONS
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