One Nation Film Contest

Omar Mendoza

Bio:
Omar is a native of southern California and of mixed Filipino and Pakistani heritage. He grew up in a family that valued the visual and performing arts. As an undergraduate at UCLA, he studied Arabic and Psychology. He then traveled abroad and was honored with the opportunity to sit at the feet of some of the greatest scholars of spiritual and sacred knowledge. He is currently completing a doctorate in clinical psychology. His future projects include a short narrative film, documentaries, and music videos.
Location:
Southern California
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/strangerintheshade

Films by this Filmmaker

Muslim Boarders
Documentary | 05:51
'Muslim Boarders' is a short documentary that shatters stereotypes by portraying an interesting fusion of Western culture and the Islamic world. The film features Muslim snowboarders who strive to maintain a balance between American youth culture and their Islamic identity.