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A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile

A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile

Jan 24, 2015 · 1h 24m

Rated 5.9 out of 10

Director

Sophie Deraspe

Overview

There is no indication that this typical online flirtation between two strangers would turn into a case of shocking international intrigue. For months, Sandra in Montreal and Amina, a Syrian-American, bond romantically and intellectually. Encouraged by Sandra, Amina launches a blog called "A Gay Girl in Damascus," representing a marginalized voice in the Middle East on politics, religion, and sexuality. Rapidly garnering worldwide attention, Amina becomes something of a star blogger. But when Syria enters the Arab uprising of 2011, Sandra receives word that Amina has been kidnapped, and soon the search for Amina becomes a global concern and an even larger mystery to solve.

About A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile

What is A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile about?

There is no indication that this typical online flirtation between two strangers would turn into a case of shocking international intrigue. For months, Sandra in Montreal and Amina, a Syrian-American, bond romantically and intellectually. Encouraged by Sandra, Amina launches a blog called "A Gay Girl in Damascus," representing a marginalized voice in the Middle East on politics, religion, and…

When was A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile released?

A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile was released on January 24, 2015.

Where can I watch A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?

A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ Roku Premium Channel in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?

A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who directed A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?

A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile was directed by Sophie Deraspe.

Who is in the cast of A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile?

The cast of A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile includes Nilay Olçay (Amina Arraf), Sandra Bagaria (Self), Ali Abunimah (Self), Fady Atallah (Self) and Andy Carvin (Self).

Is A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile on Netflix?

No, A Gay Girl in Damascus: The Amina Profile is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel instead.

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