Return to 2006 Award Winners
Narrative Short
2006
Sirah
Honorable Mention

For Sirah, a young Muslim girl raised in America, the private academy she attends is a lonely place. Sirah stands apart from her classmates because of her religious practices, specifically the covering of the head and body. This changes when she meets Amy, who opens the possibility of friendship. However, not everyone is as understanding, and ultimately, Sirah is pressured to choose between her family's beliefs and the culture which surrounds her.

Credits

Director: 
Cristine Spindler
Screenwriter: 
Cindy Rago, Cristine Spindler
Cast: 
Jude Chehab, Laura M. Johnson, Carlie Nettles
Country: 
United States
Runtime: 
17m:23s