The longest hostage siege in New York Police Department history provides insight into modern police/community relations.
In 1973, four young African American men stealing guns for self-defense were cornered by the New York Police Department. Could visionary police psychologist Harvey Schlossberg convince his superiors to do the unthinkable—negotiate with “criminals”—and save twelve hostages from a violent bloodbath?
In never-before-seen film and eye-opening interviews, the award-winning film “Hold Your Fire” uses the history of the NYPD’s longest hostage siege to ask tough questions about racism, violence, and America’s warped notions of manhood, which teach men to win at all costs, dominate, inflict violence, never show vulnerability, and never rely on others.
Following the film, join in conversation with Dr. Darryl Heller and the filmmaker, Stefan Forbes, as we explore Dr. Schlossberg’s groundbreaking methods of conflict de-escalation, Shu’aib Raheem’s remarkable life journey, and his work in restorative justice. We’ll discuss the importance of this legendary New York City incident for us here in South Bend.
Thursday, November 3, 2022 | 6-8 pm
In-Person only: Civil Rights Heritage Center
Indiana University South Bend
1040 W. Washington