The Taqwacores
“A powerful, original, and hilariously irreverent story of punk Islam in the USA and the discovery of oneself within the confines of religion.”
Synopsis
Yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hardcore, Muslim punk-rock scene that only exists out west. As the seasons change, Taqwacore influences the house more and more. The living room becomes a mosque during the day, while it continues to host punk parties at night. Ultimately, Yusef is influenced by Taqwacore too, as he begins to challenge his own faith and ideologies. 'The Taqwacores' deals with the complexities of being young and Muslim in modern-day America.
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The Taqwacores Movie Trailer - Official (HD)
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-01-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 24, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$13K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eyad Zahra
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Muhammad Knight
- Original Title
- The Taqwacores
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Worldwide Gross
- $13K
- Production Studios
- Rumanni Filmworks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eyad Zahra
Michael Muhammad Knight
Department Leadership Roster
Eyad Zahra
Director
Michael Muhammad Knight
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What is The Taqwacores about?
Yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hardcore, Muslim punk-rock scene that only exists out west. As the seasons change, Taqwacore influences the house more and more. The living room becomes a mosque during the day, while it continues to host punk parties at night. Ultimately, Yusef is influenced by Taqwacore too, as he begins to challenge his own faith and ideologies. 'The Taqwacores' deals with the complexities of being young and Muslim in modern-day America.
Who directed The Taqwacores?
The Taqwacores was directed by Eyad Zahra.
Who stars in The Taqwacores?
The principal cast of The Taqwacores includes Noureen DeWulf, Jim Dickson, Volkan Eryaman, Denise George, Bobby Naderi.
When was The Taqwacores released and how long is it?
The Taqwacores was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
How much did The Taqwacores make at the box office?
The Taqwacores grossed $13K in worldwide ticket sales.