One Nation Film Contest

Films in this Contest

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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
Shattered Image
Mohammad Hoque | Under 60 seconds | 01:06
Here is a story of a model Muslim who goes about with his life; never missing an opportunity to do a kind deed towards his fellow people. Then something happens that changes everything. The car hitting the Muslim represents a calamity that hits the community. The frame shatters, symbolizing what the calamity has done to the image of the Muslims. Here we can begin to plug in real life events! ... 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.
Stereotypes Blur Reality
Osama Al-Zain | Under 60 seconds | 01:00
A 1 min. public service announcement about negative stereotyping of Arabs and Muslims after 911.
Sweet Dreams
Omar Hakim | Comedy | 05:40
A high school Muslim girl dreams of a kiss from the school's most popular boy.
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.
Teach Your Kids Acceptance
GeraldBoone | Comedy | 02:38
A Childrens film with a message for adults about accepting those of other cultures, races and religions
Thank You God!
Faisal Abdullah | Youth (Under 18) | 04:01
This film is about two siblings from Los Angeles who learn that Allah is the most giving and that sometimes he does things for you that you never expected...
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.