A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile
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Synopsis
There is no indication that this typical online flirtation between two strangers would turn into a case of shocking international intrigue. For months, Sandra in Montreal and Amina, a Syrian-American, bond romantically and intellectually. Encouraged by Sandra, Amina launches a blog called "A Gay Girl in Damascus," representing a marginalized voice in the Middle East on politics, religion, and sexuality. Rapidly garnering worldwide attention, Amina becomes something of a star blogger. But when Syria enters the Arab uprising of 2011, Sandra receives word that Amina has been kidnapped, and soon the search for Amina becomes a global concern and an even larger mystery to solve.
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sophie Deraspe
- Screenplay & Story
- Sophie Deraspe
- Original Score
- Sam Shalabi
- Original Title
- A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB, Les Films du 3 Mars
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sophie Deraspe
Sophie Deraspe
Sam Shalabi
Geoffrey Boulangé, Sophie Deraspe
Guy Villeneuve, Nathalie Cloutier, Michel St-Cyr, Hugo Latulippe, Isabelle Couture
Department Leadership Roster
Sophie Deraspe
Director
Sam Shalabi
Original Music Composer
Nathalie Cloutier
Producer
Geoffrey Boulangé
Editor
Sophie Deraspe
Editor
Sophie Deraspe
Writer
Isabelle Couture
Producer
Colette Loumède
Producer
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What is A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile about?
There is no indication that this typical online flirtation between two strangers would turn into a case of shocking international intrigue. For months, Sandra in Montreal and Amina, a Syrian-American, bond romantically and intellectually. Encouraged by Sandra, Amina launches a blog called "A Gay Girl in Damascus," representing a marginalized voice in the Middle East on politics, religion, and sexuality. Rapidly garnering worldwide attention, Amina becomes something of a star blogger. But when Syria enters the Arab uprising of 2011, Sandra receives word that Amina has been kidnapped, and soon the search for Amina becomes a global concern and an even larger mystery to solve.
Who directed A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?
A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile was directed by Sophie Deraspe.
Who stars in A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?
The principal cast of A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile includes Nilay Olçay, Sandra Bagaria, Ali Abunimah, Fady Atallah, Andy Carvin.
When was A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile released and how long is it?
A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile was composed by Sam Shalabi.