One Nation Film Contest

Films in this Contest

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Red White Blue & The Crescent Moon - The Voices of the Pakistani-American Muslim Youth
Umar Shakir | Documentary | 04:54
This is a 5-minute crash course documentary discussing a few major issues that first generation Pakistani-American Muslims want to talk about to American society and the Pakistani society before them (Such as Dating and Career Paths)
Shadows
Jay & Vanaja | Documentary | 04:48
'Shadows' is a poignant story of A.H.Suri, a Pakistani Muslim who started off humbly when he first arrived in the US. The new paradigm of judging a person on the basis of a stereotype profiling did affect Mr.Suri in some ways as a result of the aftermath of 9/11. Obviously, Mr.Suri dislikes being looked upon as a stranger by the very society, which he has been an integral part for more than 40 yea. ... More
Soul Mechanic
Jehan S. Harney | Documentary | 05:06
He is an Iranian Muslim who came to America 30 years ago with big dreams to study film. Instead, through his car repair shop and unique art Mahmood has become a spiritual inspiration for countless residents of Cambridge, MA.
Stand Up: Muslim-American Comics Come of Age
Glenn Baker | Documentary | 03:29
At a time when Americans of Middle Eastern origin were advised to lay low, some chose to stand up -- and crack jokes. This clip, featuring comedian Ahmed Ahmed, is from a one-hour documentary airing on PBS that “profiles” five rising comics.
Tahani
Lisa Russell | Documentary | 05:00
"Tahani" is a short documentary film about a young Palestinian-American spoken word artist and her experience with the non-profit, Urban Word NYC, which gives New York City teens free workshops and performance opportunities. "Tahani" illustrates one Muslim American youth's fight against stereotyping and injustice - using the power of her voice.
The Children Of Adam
Nina Pari Aghabeikzadeh | Documentary | 05:05
An American-Iranian's experience growing up in the U.S. and living one year in Iran.
The Exotic Life of a Muslimah
Amalia Rehman | Documentary | 04:47
The stereotype of the everyday life of the average muslim women is broken here. The film takes you through a week of activities and ends with a profile of an "Eastern" husband.
The South Bay Islamic Association
Irfan Rydhan | Documentary | 03:59
A short documentary about the South Bay Islamic Assocation (SBIA) in San Jose, CA.
TheSkatersGreen
Imran Khan | Documentary | 04:47
Imran, a native of the Midwest for 22 years, tells a story of being an American born Muslim and a skateboarder.
Three Women, One Country, One God
Laura Zinger | Documentary | 04:26
Three women: Cima, Noor and Asra, one born and raised in America, one raised in Jordan and now living in America and one an American convert, talk about their lives, experiences, and views as Muslim women living in America.