During the holy month of Ramadan, I wanted to capture the beauty and essence of how I think many Muslims experience their time of fasting. I also wanted to pay homage to my childhood where I spent many weekends on the south end & east side of Dearborn.
This doc was meant to provide a view through a unique, local, & authentic lens, not only from a spiritual perspective but from a community & cultural one as well.
The people in this community couldn't be more proud or welcoming. The way the city transforms at night is truly a special experience. We hope you enjoy the glimpse of what we captured.
Directed & shot by: Mohamed "Hamoody" Jaafar
www.hamoodyjaafar.com
Produced by: Ali "Bulldog" Abdallah & Mohamed "Hamoody" Jaafar
Edited by: Chent Steinbrink
Colored by: Patrick Sexton
Music by Nathan Hannon.
https://soundcloud.com/nathan-hannon
Shot on the BMPCC4K
Special thanks to the Muslim community of Dearborn, Michigan and Muslims all around the world for embodying a commendable