Mike Mosallam

Director Mike Mosallam: Crafting Authentic Narratives of Queer Muslim Experience. Born in 1981 in Dearborn, Michigan, USA, Mike Mosallam became active in the film industry in the early 2000s, primarily in the genres of drama, romance, and comedy. His most notable film, "Breaking Fast" (2020), won him critical acclaim and a number of awards, including the Audience Award for Best First U.S. Narrative Feature at the Outfest Los Angeles LGBTQ Film Festival. Mosallam's authorial style is characterized by the intersection of his own identities, with a particular emphasis on depicting authentic narratives of queer Muslim experiences. As a director, Mike Mosallam's dedication to telling truthful, nuanced, and underrepresented stories is truly inspirational and has a profound impact on the industry and audiences alike.