Film Screening: Stand Up For Madinah

A Film BY: Zainab Sultan

Event Details

• Date: July 29

• Time: 6:00 PM

• Location: Al Bustan Art Gallery

• Runtime: 25 minutes

• Live Q&A and discussion featuring director Zainab Sultan and Madinah Wilson-Anton

“STAND UP FOR MADINAH” is a short documentary exploring Madinah's two roles. The film showcases her comedy, where she uses humor to navigate her identity as a Black Muslim woman in the U.S. It highlights bold actions that raise her national profile, like publicly advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza and staging a hunger strike outside the White House, but also subject her to online trolling and criticism. And through intimate interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, the film delves into what her choices say about how Black and brown women can use their voices in today's America, and the challenges progressive politicians face from the country's political divisions. As the 2024 elections approach, the film shows Madinah grappling with a crucial question: In today's political climate, can she successfully fulfill her roles as a lawmaker and a comedian, or will she be compelled to pick one over the other?

Special Post-Screening Discussion

Immediately following the films, we will host an intimate, live dialogue between filmmaker Zainab Sultan and Delaware State Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton.

Together, they will dive into the core themes of the films: how Black and brown women use their voices in today's America, the reality of political division, and the intersections of art, comedy, and political action as mechanisms for survival and change.