Cultural Conflicts In Little Mosque On The Prairie

Living in a developed country, people have a great deal of chance to experience the cultural diversity. Usually, people who come from distinct culture will have different behavior and action. Sometimes those behaviors are appropriate for this culture but are not for other cultures. A Canadian sitcom Little Mosque on the Prairie had been hilariously reflected the conflict between non-Muslim folks and Muslim residents in a small town. Baber and Magee are two special characters. Baber is a grouchy old man. He always observes his community behavior because he wants to maintain the spirit of Muslim culture. As a result, Baber conflicts with the West and create an unfriendly image for non-Muslim neighbors. Meanwhile, Magee is opposite. He helps Muslim …show more content…
Because of his significant traditional custom, the non-Muslim in the town could easily recognize Baber when he appears. Baber's attitude might cause discomfort for the folks who come from a different culture. Like the situation when Joe suddenly hears about Baber's words to Yasir in the mosque. Joe heard Baber criticize a Canadian TV show and talked about "wash dead body." to Yasir. Joe, who is a native Canadian, would assume that Baber is a danger not only for him but also for the whole town. He would wonder what Baber and his people are trying to plan. Via Joe's action, which he called the Terroirs-attack-hotline to report about the mosque, the non-Muslim folks identify Baber is a threat. And they might ask why Baber has had awkward attitudes and behaviors when he was a citizen of a modern country. In addition, the problem appeared in "Playing with fire" when Rayyan checked Jeff's injury at the restaurant. Baber came and saw them. If Baber is a police person, he could gentle welcome Jeff's when Jeff comes to learn about Muslim community. But he denies doing that thoughtful way. Baber came to the table and asked Rayyan "What kind of example is this? The children present." And "I would deal with you later." At that moment, Jeff would think Baber is an abnormal man. He is not Rayyan's father, but he still tries to tell Rayyan what she needs to do. Obviously, in Jeff's view, Baber's actions …show more content…
At the beginning of the movie, Yasir lease Magee's building to open a contrition company but he also opens the mosque in secret. When Joe discovered about the mosque, he ran to Magee. However, Magee told Joe that "Don't be paranoid." Magee protected Muslim community. The Muslim in Mercy Town might surprise if they know about Magee's reaction, but they do not have the chance yet. In addition, when Joe came to Fred show to share about Muslim community activities, Yasir felt more uncertain about his rental contract. He believes Magee will revoke the lease contract. In the Muslim resident's sigh, they believe Magee will do the same likes any other non-Muslim do. That is trying to stay from Muslim as far as they can. In particular, when Yasir and Ammar stood on the roof of the building, he saw Magee is coming with a yellow envelope in his hand. In a certain way, Yasir thinks this is a fearful sign. He tried to avoid Magee and asked Ammar for help. Ammar approached Magee and convinced Magee could give for Muslim people a better option. As an answer, Magee shouted to Ammar "Shut up! This is a new lease." As a result, Magee changed the Muslim's atmosphere. They might feel respect for what Magee did. Ammar, Yasir, or their community realized that Magee is a great person. He is friendly and thoughtfully. Moreover, Magee came and joined the Eid Holliday. This is a