Exit - Leaving Extremism Behind

What makes someone join neo-Nazis, Jihadists or other hate groups? And what makes them decide to leave? When the rebellious excitement of belonging to such groups fades away, the realities of being a violent extremist are laid bare - but it takes courage to break ranks. Paralleling her own personal experiences as part of a violent right-wing organization with other former American and European extremists, filmmaker Karen Winther explores the ways people legitimize hatred and the threats they face when they attempt to leave this world behind. (DOC NYC)