Naples International Film Festival 2011

Landing in Detroit after smuggling himself from the Gaza Strip, a young man still struggling with his young brothers death in a Gaza air-strike, finds himself thrust into the life of an American meth addict. The two form an unlikely bond, as the circumstances behind Hassan's visit brings them closer together; Hassan wanting the same U.S. company that manufactured the bomb that took his brothers life, to unknowingly make a piece for his Qassam Rockets back home in Gaza City. Hassan stays with his blue-collar uncle (Aziz), a U.S. transplant who came after the Arab-Israeli wars of the early 80's. Aziz is proud of the American dream he and his family have built for themselves, and is excited Hassan gets to reconnect with his sister (Nadia), who has been in the care of Aziz for most of her life. Chris is introduced to the family and tries to break ties with his drug dealing 'girlfriend', a domineering street thug (Tina). He is persuaded to clean up his act during the holy month of Ramadan and Nadia takes a liking to him as the two slowly form a relationship unbeknownst to Hassan. When Chris' sobriety is threatened, Hassan takes extreme measures to ensure his success, ultimately making a decision that will haunt him. When the secret relationship of Chris and Nadia comes to light, as well as the true reason for Hassan's journey to the U.S., everyone is tested, and no one will be unchanged.