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Deep Dive: Things Arab Men Say (2024)

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Things Arab Men Say
The film presents conversations among Arab men discussing their identities and experiences in Canada. It features a group of men, including Fisal, who identifies as stateless and Palestinian, and covers themes of immigration, belonging, and the concept of home. The dialogue reveals personal stories, such as Fisal's immigration journey from the Gulf and the challenges he faced with visa denials. Through their interactions, the men reflect on their dual identities and the freedom they find in Canada. They discuss the notion of home, with one participant expressing that home is where one can think freely without imposing values on others. The film captures the complexity of identity for Arab men living in a multicultural society, emphasizing both their struggles and the advantages they perceive in their new environment.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Fisal, a stateless Palestinian navigating identity.
  • •Find out how immigration shaped their experiences in Canada.
  • •See how they define home beyond nationality.

Did You Know

•Fisal identifies as stateless and Palestinian.
•One participant immigrated to Canada through a family reunion.
•Fisal has been denied visas to multiple countries throughout his life.
•The group discusses the concept of having more than one home.

Perfect For

Immigration storiesCultural identityMiddle Eastern perspectives