# Ali's Wedding (2017)

> A well-meaning young Muslim Australian juggles romantic love, family duty, and a cascade of lies while trying to become the son his father expects.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/311338

## Facts

- Runtime: 110 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Jeffrey Walker
- Cast: Osamah Sami, Don Hany, Helana Sawires, Robert Rabiah, Khaled Khalafalla, Asal Shenaveh, Ryan Corr, Shayan Salehian
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2782692/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, sincere, date night, comfort viewing

## Synopsis

A young man's quest for love and acceptance leads him to navigate a web of expectations and deception.

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