The Foreign Patriot

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The Foreign Patriot, is a 2023 Saudi movie, directed by Mansour Albadran. with a runtime of 20 minutes.

Overview

The Foreign Patriot is a comedy short film set on the bustling streets of New York City, following Salim, an Arab migrant navigating his adopted home with comic determination. When his favorite wrestler finds himself in danger, Salim springs into action, embarking on an unlikely rescue mission that puts him squarely at odds with his unfamiliar surroundings. The film mines rich comedic material from the cultural clashes and identity tensions experienced by Arab expatriates in America, offering an affectionate portrait of a man caught between two worlds but committed to doing what he believes is right.

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