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American Arab

"A Coming of Arab story."

November 22, 2013 1h 3m

Originally released in 2013. American Arab is a documentary film. directed by Usama Alshaibi. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Iraqi-American filmmaker Usama Alshaibi shares his own story of experiencing racism in post-9/11 America. Showcasing the diversity of Arabs living in the United States, "American Arab" sparks a frank conversation about identity and perception, and argues for giving people "the space to be complicated."

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 22, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 3m 63 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Kartemquin Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Arab about?

Iraqi-American filmmaker Usama Alshaibi shares his own story of experiencing racism in post-9/11 America. Showcasing the diversity of Arabs living in the United States, "American Arab" sparks a fra...

Who directed American Arab?

American Arab was directed by Usama Alshaibi.

How long is American Arab?

American Arab has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).

When was American Arab released?

American Arab was released on November 22, 2013 in theaters.