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Slam

Ricky is a young Arab Australian whose peaceful suburban life is turned on its head when his sister, Ameena, disappears without trace. In a climate of distrust and xenophobia, she is soon suspected of having joined the ranks of ISIS in Syria. In a ‘post-facts’ world, Ricky no longer knows who to believe, his sense of what’s right or the 24 hour media cycle of spin.

Top Cast

  • Adam Bakri

    Adam Bakri

    Ricky Nasser

  • Rachael Blake

    Rachael Blake

    Joanne Hendricks

  • Rebecca Breeds

    Rebecca Breeds

    Sally McLeary-Nasser

  • Darina Al Joundi

    Darina Al Joundi

    Rana Nasser

  • Danielle Horvat

    Danielle Horvat

    Ameena Nasser

  • Abbey Aziz

    Abbey Aziz

    Hanan Faour

  • Damian Hill

    Damian Hill

    Shane

  • Lourdes Abdishou

    Lourdes Abdishou

    Alia Nasser

  • Julian Maroun

    Julian Maroun

    Omar

Overview

Ricky is a young Arab Australian whose peaceful suburban life is turned on its head when his sister, Ameena, disappears without trace. In a climate of distrust and xenophobia, she is soon suspected of having joined the ranks of ISIS in Syria. In a ‘post-facts’ world, Ricky no longer knows who to believe, his sense of what’s right or the 24 hour media cycle of spin.

Rating

5.3 / 10
7 Reviews
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1 Reviews

  • SWITCH.
    SWITCH.
    7 Oct 17, 2019

    Over the film’s tight running time, characterisation and storyline unspool at an unhurried pace which, when coupled with some darkly elegant cinematography, expert utilisation of colour and excellent performances by the two leads, ensure ‘Slam’ is never less than compelling and through-provoking viewing. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-slam-a-gripping-urban-mystery

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