Shahd Shahroor on Rewriting Muslim Cultural Narratives in Film

In this episode of Tash Talks Film, I got the chance to talk to filmmaker Shahd Shahroor. We discuss overcoming networking anxiety, trusting your voice as a young, female director, and rewriting cultural narratives in Western media.Shahd shares insights into her filmmaking journey, the significance of accurate Muslim and Arab representation in media, and the story behind starting her production company, Honey Blackbird Films. We learn more about Shahd's upcoming projects, her inspirations, and the need for balanced gender representation in cinema. Timestamps:00:34 Nostalgia and Local Theaters02:49 Cinema Culture and Streaming13:05 Rapid Fire Q&A 40:21 Networking and Building Connections in the Film Industry43:28 Empowerment and Trusting Your Vision as a Filmmaker47:04 The Story Behind Honey Blackbird Films51:28 Challenging Stereotypes and Authentic Storytelling