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National Theatre Live: East is East (2021)

Movie ★ 10.0 116 min

Documentary Drama

Salford, 1971. George Khan wants to raise his family in the traditional Pakistani way, but his children have other ideas. Abdul and Tariq aren't ready to be married off, Saleem is pushing artistic boundaries, Meenah's skirt is too short, and Sajit just wants to hide in his parka. As relations reach breaking point, their English mother, Ella, is torn between her loyalty to George and the happiness of her children.

Iqbal Khan Director Ayub Khan-Din Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 7, 2021
Runtime
116 min
IMDb
tt42104158
Language
Studio
National Theatre, Birmingham Repertory Theatre

Cast

Amy-Leigh Hickman Amy-Leigh Hickman Meenah Khan Irvine Iqbal Irvine Iqbal Doctor/Mr Shaw Tony Jayawardena Tony Jayawardena George Khan Adonis Jeneico Saleem Khan Noah Manzoor Noah Manzoor Sajit Khan Joeravar Sangha Maneer Khan Gurjeet Singh Gurjeet Singh Tariq Khan Sophie Stanton Ella Khan Assad Zaman Assad Zaman Abdul Khan

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Frequently asked questions

What is National Theatre Live: East is East about?
Salford, 1971. George Khan wants to raise his family in the traditional Pakistani way, but his children have other ideas. Abdul and Tariq aren't ready to be married off, Saleem is pushing artistic boundaries, Meenah's skirt is too short, and Sajit just wants to hide in his parka. As relations reach breaking point, their English mother, Ella, is torn between her loyalty to George and the happiness of her children.
Who directed National Theatre Live: East is East?
National Theatre Live: East is East was directed by Iqbal Khan.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: East is East?
National Theatre Live: East is East stars Amy-Leigh Hickman, Irvine Iqbal, Tony Jayawardena, Adonis Jeneico.
When was National Theatre Live: East is East released?
National Theatre Live: East is East is a 2021 documentary, drama film.
Where can I watch National Theatre Live: East is East?
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