Zarqa Nawaz has made their mark in the world of film and television through work in the directing department. This roundup brings together all the movies and TV shows featuring their distinctive directorial vision.
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Films
1. BBQ Muslims
When a backyard barbecue explosion in Canada's Muslim community sparks wild suspicions of Middle Eastern terrorism, two brothers find themselves at the center of a neighbors-vs. -neighborhood feud. Inspired by real events following the Oklahoma City bombing, this quirky comedy explores faith, xenophobia, and the bonds that hold families (and neighborhoods) together.
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Release Date: 1995-01-01
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Runtime: 8.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US", "CA"]
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Status: Released
2. Me and the Mosque
This insightful documentary follows Canadian Muslim women as they navigate their complex relationships with mosques, bringing together original animation, archival footage, and personal interviews to explore a crucial aspect of Muslim life in North America. As the fastest-growing religion worldwide, Islam draws many women converts with its emphasis on social justice and gender equality. Yet, women often face restrictive practices, such as praying behind barriers or being banned from entering certain mosque areas. "Me and the Mosque" delves into these challenging dynamics, examining how Canadian mosques balance tradition with the evolving needs of their female congregants.
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Release Date: 2005-01-01
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Runtime: 52.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["CA"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Zarqa
In Zarqa's world, former marriages don't stay buried for long. When her ex tries the spotlight-allergy trend of marrying a younger, skinnier yoga instructor, Zarqa comes back strong - with a white brain surgeon sidekick named Brian. The catch? She needs to actually find this surgical stereotype before the big day.
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Original Name: Zarqa
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Languages: ["en"]
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Episode Runtime: []
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Status: Returning Series
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In Production: 1
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Origin Country: ["CA"]
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Original Language: en
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Type: Scripted
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First Air Date: 2022-05-13
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Last Air Date: 2023-10-06
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Number of Seasons: 2
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Number of Episodes: 12
