Arshad Khan reflects on his upbringing in Canada and the cultural tensions with his father, Abu, as he navigates his identity as a gay man within a traditional Islamic family.
Synopsis
Arshad Khan reflects on his upbringing in Canada and the cultural tensions with his father, Abu, as he navigates his identity as a gay man within a traditional Islamic family.
Synopsis
Arshad Khan reflects on his upbringing in Canada alongside his father, Abu. Family archives and personal films illustrate their relationship. Khan, a gay man, faces challenges reconciling his identity with his father's Islamic beliefs. The film depicts the generational conflicts and cultural tensions between Khan and his parents as they work to adapt to life in Canada. It portrays Khan's emotional struggles for acceptance within a traditional family structure. The narrative unfolds over 80 minutes, providing insights into their differing values.
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Why Watch
- Meet Arshad Khan and his devout Muslim father.
- Find out how family archives reveal personal struggles.
- See the cultural tensions of a gay man in a traditional family.
Did You Know
- The film was directed by Arshad Khan and released in 2017.
- The documentary has a runtime of 80 minutes.
- It features content in both English and Urdu languages.
- The production took place in Canada.
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Who directed the documentary 'Abu'?
Arshad Khan directed the documentary 'Abu'.
What is the runtime of the documentary 'Abu'?
The runtime of 'Abu' is 80 minutes.
In which countries was 'Abu' produced?
The documentary 'Abu' was produced in Canada.
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