Sam, a soldier who had served in Afghanistan and Iraq, meets Amira when he visits her uncle, Bassam, who had served as Sam's Iraqi translator. Bassam and Sam have a special bond due to their time together in the war. Initially Amira does not trust him because he was an American soldier and her brother was killed by a bomb from American troops in the war. Sam's cousin, Charlie, asks Sam to help him with illegal hedge funds unbeknownst to Sam at the time. Amira is staying with her uncle Bassam since her father died. She sells bootlegged films on the street corner but is forced to stay with Sam after getting busted; immigration officials begin pursuing her. As the film progresses, Sam and Amira fall in love.
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A nice surprise about 2 very different characters one an ex-army American soldier man and one Muslim refugee woman.With that set-up this could have turned out to be just any typical rom-com fare but it avoids doing that by keeping a great sense of realism throughout the movie with characters and developments that all seem natural. As a big 'Freaks and Geeks' fan from my youth it's nice to see yet another Apatow 'family member' get his shot at the limelight, in this case Martin Starr who played the lovable geek with massive glasses; Bill Haverchuck in the series.And he handles the lead-role splendidly with natural charisma as does his love interest in the movie Dina Shihabi as Amira.All in all a small independent drama-comedy that succeeds at being funny and dramatic when it's supposed to be, a slice of life type of movie.
This film insulting Muslim women !! And insulting Iraqi women !! It seems that the aim is to tarnish the image of Islamic headscarf! Those who made the film, Are they from the first world countries, as they say ?! Where is the science and knowledge that they claim! Before you talk about the habits and traditions of others, you should learn it first and look out for it in the books then, do what your conscience dictates you! Any Arab Muslim woman will not do anything like the fake personalty in this film, She will never wear the headscarf in this way if she want to wear short pants and reveal her arms until the shoulders! this film reflect your naivety and silliness! it's disgusting
This was an entertaining and upbeat film, a well crafted love story. The acting, screenplay and cinematography were all excellent. I found the story line to be very compelling. The actors were all convincing in their roles and the story was beautifully told. Sam, a former Army officer who had supposedly returned "unscathed" from tours in Iraq and Afghanistan was nonetheless having problems adjusting to civilian life. Amira was an Iraqi immigrant who was also having difficulties in America, and in particular had suspicions about American soldiers. Their meeting (through her uncle, his former translator in Iraq) led to romance. How they both dealt with the prejudices of the people around them was very revealing.I thought the screenplay was excellent and the production values were superb.View and enjoy!
I had no idea what to expect from the title and was pleasantly surprised to see a refreshingly good story with important messages for today's complex world. The main actors were unfamiliar to me and they were exceptional. I was taken by Amira (Dina Shihabi) who captures your attention and heart. Great casting and dialog with lots of subtle humor as well. This is a movie that will work for all ages - OK - from 12 to 92. Bravo and make sure to remember - you heard it here - Dian Shihabi is a future big big star - red carpet star! Martin Starr (Sam) is immediately likable and a wonderful example of an understated, noble and caring American war veteran. See this movie and enjoy!