The Taqwacores
2010
⭐5.3(9 votes)
1h 23m
ActionComedyDramaMusic
Overview
Yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hardcore, Muslim punk-rock scene that only exists out west. As the seasons change, Taqwacore influences the house more and more. The living room becomes a mosque during the day, while it continues to host punk parties at night. Ultimately, Yusef is influenced by Taqwacore too, as he begins to challenge his own faith and ideologies. 'The Taqwacores' deals with the complexities of being young and Muslim in modern-day America.
About The Taqwacores
The Taqwacores (2010) is a Action, Comedy, Drama, Music film that follows yusef, a first-generation Pakistani engineering student, moves off-campus with a group of Muslim punks in Buffalo, New York. His new "un-orthodox" housemates soon introduce him to Taqwacore: a hardcore, Muslim punk-rock scene that only exists out west. As the seasons change, Taqwacore influences the house more and more. The living room becomes a mosque during the day, while it continues to host punk parties at night. Ultimately, Yusef is influenced by Taqwacore too, as he begins to challenge his own faith and ideologies. 'The Taqwacores' deals with the complexities of being young and Muslim in modern-day America. Currently, you can watch The Taqwacores on Philo, OVID, Fandor Amazon Channel, Flix Premiere. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 5.3 out of 10 from 9 votes. Fans of action movies may also want to explore similar titles below.
