American Arab
"A Coming of Arab story."
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
Director
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.