The Taqwacores
"A powerful, original, and hilariously irreverent story of punk Islam in the USA and the discovery of oneself within the confines of religion."
Originally released in 2010. The Taqwacores is a action/comedy film. directed by Eyad Zahra. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Noureen DeWulf, Jim Dickson, and Volkan Eryaman
Synopsis
Yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hardcore, Muslim punk-rock scene that only exists out west. As the seasons change, Taqwacore influences the house more and more. The living room becomes a mosque during the day, while it continues to host punk parties at night. Ultimately, Yusef is influenced by Taqwacore too, as he begins to challenge his own faith and ideologies. 'The Taqwacores' deals with the complexities of being young and Muslim in modern-day America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 24, 2010
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Box Office
$12.8K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $12,839
Production Companies
- Rumanni Filmworks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Taqwacores about?
Yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hard...
Who directed The Taqwacores?
The Taqwacores was directed by Eyad Zahra.
How long is The Taqwacores?
The Taqwacores has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Taqwacores released?
The Taqwacores was released on January 24, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Taqwacores?
The main cast of The Taqwacores includes Noureen DeWulf, Jim Dickson, Volkan Eryaman, Denise George, Bobby Naderi.