THE MUSLIMS I KNOW a film by Mara Ahmed |
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"Since 2001 there has been a concerted effort by the media to paint Islam and Muslims with one broad brushstroke – that of the radical, anti-modern, warmongering jihadist, a growing threat to our so-called way of life. The endorsement of this propaganda by the government has produced a culture of fear. The results have been devastating. This language of “us” vs. “them” has created distance and misunderstanding rather than what is needed, which is dialogue. This is the goal of the film you are about to see. It re-iterates something we all know instinctively – that rapprochement is always possible." From Mara Ahmed's speech at the world premiere of "The Muslims I Know", Dryden Theatre, Rochester, New York, June 8, 2000 |
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Cinematography |
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Theme Song |
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Mara Ahmed produced, directed, wrote and edited the film... |
Thom Marini was the chief cinematographer and Jae Wilson did additional videography... |
Post Production Services were provided by Chuck Munier of NXT Media, Dave Sluberski of West Rush Productions and Adam Richlin... |
Singer/songwriter Teagan L. Ward wrote and performed the theme song "Definitions"... |
Shamoun Murtza did the musical score and Matt Giresi composed "Football Bhangra". Learn more about the Qawali music in the film... |