(Deadline) The Muslim Public Affairs Council on Thursday opened submissions for the newly launched Hollywood Bureau Filmmaker Grant, supporting black Muslim filmmakers. The $10,000 grant is open to those who identify as black Muslims; are either U.S. citizens or permanent residents; and […]
(Variety) While there are many Muslims active in Hollywood from Mahershala Ali to Riz Ahmed, who is drawing awards buzz for his role in “Sound of Metal,” Serena Rasoul thought they were among the few. Rasoul has launched Muslim American Casting and […]
(Hollywood Reporter) Over 100 writers, producers and filmmakers packed a large conference room at the Writer’s Guild headquarters on Thursday night to participate in the panel on Black Muslim Narratives in Entertainment, hosted by the Muslim Public Affair[s] Council’s Hollywood bureau and […]
(Hollywood Reporter) The Muslim Public Affairs Council’s Hollywood Bureau held its 28th annual Media Awards on Sunday night, highlighting those in the industry who are creating inclusive opportunities and authentic portrayals of the Muslim community. This year’s honorees included Counterpart‘s Betty Gabriel […]
(Hollywood Reporter) There has never been a more important time for positive, nuanced and authentic portrays of Muslims on television and in film and digital media. That was the message, at least, on Monday evening at a panel discussion with Muslim writers […]
(Hollywood Reporter) On Thursday evening, an industry panel featuring writers, actors and practicing entertainment lawyers discussed ways in which Muslims and the Islamic faith have been represented through film and television as well as offering ideas on how to ensure better and […]
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