Presenters: Rola Nashef, Oyatunde Amakisi
Sami, a young Arab-American believes that his family’s gas station will give him a chance to see his girl Naj, away from the pressures of their family and friends, while his cousin Mike is sure the station holds the key to an empire built on rolling papers and fake perfume. As his first night shift wears on, Sami finds that this place is more than just a pit stop for late-night gas, but a place where the uniqueness of this Detroit neighborhood becomes most visible.
Detroit Unleaded is not only a funny and thought-provoking narrative film, but is being used to spark conversation on the state of Arab-Black relations in the Metro Detroit area. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the director and a discussion with organizers who are using the film to inspire dialogue.
