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Q&A session: Black Muslim Narratives in Entertainment | MPAC Hollywood Bureau

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On September 18, 2019 By MPAC

The MPAC Hollywood Bureau partnered with the Writers Guild Foundation and MuslimARC for a discussion that challenges the damaging tropes seen on screen by highlighting more authentic depictions of Black Muslim identities created by talented Black Muslim screenwriters. Watch the full panel: https://youtu.be/17IW-33g1-o SKIP AHEAD IN THIS VIDEO 0:10 -- How do you address when you get blowback about sharia law and other questions that don’t even relate to the story you are trying to tell? 2:26 -- Black Muslim love is not translated onto the small screen which will not end up making it to the big screen. Is there anything in the pipeline with a story about black Muslim love? 8:08 -- How do you raise funds for your work? 10:48 -- What are the challenges that you face dealing with the white executives that don’t understand the nuances of black Muslim culture as you create content? 13:57 -- Have you felt like the community criticizes your work? How are you dealing with the support or criticism of the community when trying to create authentic stories? 19:52 -- What are your takeaways from this conversation? Are you working on any projects that we can support? ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give

Black Muslim Narratives in Entertainment | MPAC Hollywood Bureau

african american muslims

black narratives

On September 18, 2019 By MPAC

The MPAC Hollywood Bureau partnered with the Writers Guild Foundation and MuslimARC for a discussion that challenges the damaging tropes seen on screen by highlighting more authentic depictions of Black Muslim identities created by talented Black Muslim screenwriters. Watch the Q&A after this panel: https://youtu.be/Tg1vfvnMjPQ SKIP AHEAD IN THIS VIDEO 0:00 -- Sue Obeidi introduction 3:44 -- How did you you enter entertainment and what have you done to lift up the black Muslim narrative? 23:26 -- Why are stories that don’t represent the demographics of Africa and African Muslims shared in the industry? Why is it that there is a challenge in the industry of telling Black Muslims' stories that represent the diversity of Black Muslim cultures? 34:53 -- Certain black Muslims in the industry are celebrated due to name recognition. How were you received in the Muslim community without having the name recognition? Are you being celebrated? What are the challenges? 39:01 -- For those who are interested in writing and want to write diverse characters, what are some of the challenges for both non-black Muslims and also non-Muslim African-Americans in developing authentic roles? 48:47 -- How can we help creatives and executives expand their concept of Muslim narratives in a way that expands the space for those narratives to breathe? 59:26 -- Can you speak on some emerging things that are happening in entertainment that are helping get Muslim narratives talked about? ----- Panelists: Aminah Bakeer Abdul-Jabaar - Writer and Director (Muslimah’s Guide to Marriage) Qasim Basir - Writer and Director (A Boy. A Girl. A Dream., Destined, Mooz-Lum) Nijla Mu’min - Writer and Director (Jinn, Dream, Deluge) Travina Springer - Actress & Comedienne (The Mule, Strange Angel, Comic View, Travel Ban) Moderated by Margari Hill, co-founder and Executive Director of MuslimARC. Opening remarks by Sue Obeidi, Director of MPAC’s Hollywood Bureau. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give

Creating Better, More Accurate Stories about Muslims and Islam

On May 24, 2019 By MPAC

Diversity and inclusion are growing within Hollywood and efforts to create better, more accurate stories are now coming from the entertainment industry itself. We’ve been asked to consult on a wide range of projects; from groundbreaking ones like Coca-Cola’s Superbowl commercial to controversial TV shows like FX’s Tyrant. But, our work is nowhere near done. Problematic and stereotypical portrayals of Muslims still exist. Law and Order: SVU, NCIS, and Homeland are just a few examples of shows where we can spread our influence and expertise.

Storytelling as a bold and courageous act of resistance | MPAC Media Awards

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On April 17, 2019 By MPAC

Nijla Mu’min, Writer/Director/Producer of the feature film Jinn, tells stories about herself and her community not from the outside in, but from the inside out. As a black Muslim filmmaker, she illustrates the impact of empowered authorship. ---------- Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Media Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2VVEE8Y Presented by the Muslim Public Affairs Council's (MPAC) Hollywood Bureau. Subscribe to MPAC's channel http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Visit MPAC's Hollywood Bureau's website http://mpachollywoodbureau.org Like MPAC's Hollywood Bureau on Facebook http://fb.com/mpachollywoodbureau Follow MPAC on Twitter http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram http://instagram.com/mpac_national ---------- The MPAC Hollywood Bureau serves as a bridge between the Muslim community and the entertainment industry. Our goal is to increase the number of authentic stories of Muslims and Islam on film and TV by engaging the industry and developing relationships with studio executives, screenwriters, and filmmakers. We also work to nurture creative talent and connect American Muslims with industry professionals.

2013 MPAC Media Awards: Howard Gordon, Exec Producer of “Homeland” on the Red Carpet

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On May 8, 2013 By MPAC

Howard Gordon, Creator and Executive Producer of "Homeland" and "24" stops by the red carpet on his way to the 2013 MPAC Media Awards.

2013 MPAC Media Awards- Emad Burnat, Director of “5 Broken Cameras” on the Red Carpet

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On May 8, 2013 By MPAC

RU Entertainment takes you on the Red Carpet at the 22nd MPAC Media Awards Honoring Voices of Courage & Conscience. Honorees included "5 Broken Cameras," "BONES," and the Sundance Institute. With a special message from Actor Dustin Hoffman.

Actor Pej Vahdat of “BONES” on the Red Carpet : 2013 MPAC Media Awards

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On May 8, 2013 By MPAC

RU Entertainment takes you on the Red Carpet at the 22nd Annual MPAC Media Awards Honoring Voices of Courage & Conscience. Honorees included "5 Broken Cameras", the Fox Series "Bones", and the Sundance Institute. With a Special Announcement by Actor Dustin Hoffman.

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