The story of Ali (or Charlie) is uplifting and funny much more because it's based on a true story (apparently).
Above all, it's the story of young love that conquers all. This may sound cheesy or corny or campy but Ali proved that it can be done.
His story is told against the backdrop of his religion and culture as these interact in a secular Western society. In a tolerant society, one's religion and culture can thrive.
Of all the actors, Helena Sawires as Dianne Mohsen, has mesmerizing screen presence as she captivates the viewer with her charm and the way she carries herself on screen. On the other hand, Osamah Sami is likeable as Ali, an average naive teenager, who just wants his father to be proud of him until he meets Dianne.
An interesting facet of Islam, as the film avers, are its concept of temporary marriage and divorce (the one who wants a divorce has to say it three times in different occasions to be valid).
Watch this film to be entertained and to learn a thing or two about Islam in a contemporary world.
Above all, it's the story of young love that conquers all. This may sound cheesy or corny or campy but Ali proved that it can be done.
His story is told against the backdrop of his religion and culture as these interact in a secular Western society. In a tolerant society, one's religion and culture can thrive.
Of all the actors, Helena Sawires as Dianne Mohsen, has mesmerizing screen presence as she captivates the viewer with her charm and the way she carries herself on screen. On the other hand, Osamah Sami is likeable as Ali, an average naive teenager, who just wants his father to be proud of him until he meets Dianne.
An interesting facet of Islam, as the film avers, are its concept of temporary marriage and divorce (the one who wants a divorce has to say it three times in different occasions to be valid).
Watch this film to be entertained and to learn a thing or two about Islam in a contemporary world.