Zainab And Tarek Film Analysis

This mindset is ingrained in Zainab and Tarek to the degree in which they believe that immigrants cannot have equal opportunity. Tarek and Zainab are quick to accept unfortunate circumstances thrown their way. The couple does not display too much shock when they find out the apartment that they are renting isn't actually theirs. Zainab voices having being held by immigration without putting up a fight, almost as if she is "lucky" to be able to stay in this country. Zainab's talent isn't pursued, she works at a market. All of these factors are the result of dehumanization of the rights and opportunity for immigrants. Mouna is a character in the film who displays strength of character and resilience. Mouna's husband was imprisoned and killed for publishing anti-government ideology back in Syria. Mouna lost her husband and decided to leave Syria with her son Tarek. Mouna is determined to give Tarek the best possible lifestyle, even if it meant defying the order to leave the country. When Tarek is arrested, Mouna does not give up. She remains strong, and refuses to leave New York in order to be near Tarek. …show more content…
Even after Mouna does her best to set up a life in the U.S., she leaves without hesitation when it comes to supporting her son. Mouna displays resiliency while facing all of the challenges that come her way. After all she has been through, Mouna still holds her pride. The drum is an instrument which I am not familiar with. I was surprised by the cultural background of the drum. The film displayed the African American roots to the instrument. The drum not only inspires Tarek and Walter musically, but symbolizes cultural diversity. The drum is plays by a diverse group, and even Walter is welcomed to play. It was interesting to learn and understand the rhythm of the drum, and the influence it