The Sheik and I
"Lights! Camera! Fatwa!"
Originally released in 2012. The Sheik and I is a documentary/comedy film. directed by Caveh Zahedi.
Starring Caveh Zahedi, Beckett Zahedi, and ZuZu Snyder
Synopsis
When an American filmmaker is commissioned to make a film for a Middle East Biennial on the theme of 'art as a subversive act,' his film is banned for blasphemy, he is asked to destroy every copy, and threatened with arrest.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 7, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Arab Emirates
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Reinventing the Wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sheik and I about?
When an American filmmaker is commissioned to make a film for a Middle East Biennial on the theme of 'art as a subversive act,' his film is banned for blasphemy, he is asked to destroy every copy, ...
Who directed The Sheik and I?
The Sheik and I was directed by Caveh Zahedi.
How long is The Sheik and I?
The Sheik and I has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was The Sheik and I released?
The Sheik and I was released on December 7, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sheik and I?
The main cast of The Sheik and I includes Caveh Zahedi, Beckett Zahedi, ZuZu Snyder, Amanda Field, Colin Nusbaum.