Welcome to "Generation: Muslim"

A Somali survivor of Female Genital Mutilation lifts herself out of poverty to become an international supermodel. Young cyber-dissidents take to the streets in Iran to protest repression. A band of Muslim students push American hardcore punk music into uncharted territory. Egyptian artists step up to re-imagine their country's future.

Muslim communities around the world are overwhelmingly young – with an estimated 65% under the age of 30. Members of this youth bulge are struggling to reconcile modernity with their Muslim identity, disrupting the status quo in shocking and creative ways. This youth rebellion is rocking the world from Tunisia to Tahrir to Tehran to Texas.

The 2011 Muslim Film Festival brings the drama of these stereotype-shattering young Muslims to theaters near you. Come get a glimpse of what the future looks like.

This festival of ideas – including post-screening discussions and artistic performances – is made possible by generous grants from UUSC and the Foley Hoag Foundation. All screenings are free and open to the public.