Jacir

Jacir starring Malek Rahbani and Lorraine Bracco is a great independent movie with a beautiful message. Set in Memphis, the movie follows Jacir, a Syrian refugee who escaped the war back in his country and who's the neighbor of Meryl, a confused and sick racist woman. Events unfold that let the two characters meet and trust each other. The movie is all about the performances of the two lead actors. Malek Rahbani is outstanding as Jacir. He gave everything to portray his part. Emotional and powerful acting! He was at the level of Bracco who as usual doesn't disappoint. From Alleppo to the Ghetto... Do not miss that movie!

The movie is centered around a Syrian refugee named Jacir living in Memphis, Tennessee trying to learn English and adapted to an American lifestyle. During his journey he faces racism, discrimination, poverty, drug use and the constant looming threat of deportation. This movie is a realistic and raw depiction of what the American dream can look like for anyone impoverished struggling to get by. I love the how raw and real this movie feels at times especially when dealing with topics like race, the complexity of racism and poverty. Tut Weezy did an amazing job here for his acting debut can't wait to see more from him. The only things I disliked where the writing/pacing towards the middle and end of movie, along with fact we never learn about Jacir's past and why he feels sp compelled to help Meryl. Defiantly worth a watch.

Malek rahbani talked about all of us immigrant. He did made us go through the same feelings each one of us felt as leaving his country, the struggle, the racism , the ignorance, and pain. With his amazing performance touched our heart and we forgot ourselves watching a movie, we went back in the memories and remembered our wars we had to deal with when arriving to this country. This movie has everything ,black and white problem immigrant , document , racism , love , longing to the old country ,clash of culture , devotion , loyalty and respects . Great movie Great actor malek rahbani. Best movie of the year.

A beautiful story told elegantly by incredible performances from the entire cast. Lorraine Bracco phenomenal as always. Malek Rahbani drew you into the story at every moment he was on screen. This film tells a story of rebirth, our main character comes from a war torn country seeking a new life in the US, just to find himself dealing with the difficulty of inclusion within the American social community. Malek delivers a spectacular performance by expressing the hardships one goes through in life that any person could connect too. This film is a great representation of the real life struggles immigrants go through seeking a new beginning.

If you love movies based on great, real-life stories then this one is for you. Based in the grit and grind city of Memphis, it will challenge what you think about immigration and the obstacles migrants have to overcome when seeking legal citizenship. Masterfully written and presented by Waheed AlQawasmi, it will rival any big budget studio offering. Best of all, it will make you think, cry, laugh out loud and leave you wanting to know more about what happens to Jacir. The original soundtrack, sourced entirely by the Director, Al Kapone and Boo Mitchell, is strongly influenced by rap and the delta blues. The soundtrak deserves a life of its own! Great performances by Lorraine Bracco, Malek Rahbani and Tutweezy.