Imagine getting death threats over a show!!! At least there are others who are entertained by this show.
Saudi satirical show that mocks the Islamic State group ruffles feathers
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The stars of the hugely popular TV series 'Selfie' have been both lauded and attacked for highlighting religious extremism in the Arab world
A screenshot of MBC's TV series 'Selfie' starring Saudi comedian Nasser al-Qasabi
Linah Alsaafin
Thursday 9 July 2015 17:14 UTC
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Thursday 9 July 2015 18:32 UTC
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Nasser al-Qasabi, Islamic State, Extremism, Television, Satire
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The arrival of Ramadan, the holiest month of the Islamic calendar, is also famous for a not so spiritual pastime: an influx of television shows and soap operas.
One show in particular has made headlines for its clever use of satire targeted at one of the bloodiest and most violent groups in the Middle East, the Islamic State.
The 45-minute TV series Selfie, which airs on the Saudi-owned MBC channel, has been the subject of much discussion, praise and denunciation.
The show’s star, Saudi comedian Nasser al-Qasabi, who became a popular figure through a previous comedy show called Tash ma Tash that addressed sensitive topics in Saudi society, has been admired through his daring portrayal of IS fighters, mocking them as clueless, belligerent and lascivious.
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Saudi satirical show that mocks the Islamic State group ruffles feathers
#Religion
The stars of the hugely popular TV series 'Selfie' have been both lauded and attacked for highlighting religious extremism in the Arab world
A screenshot of MBC's TV series 'Selfie' starring Saudi comedian Nasser al-Qasabi
Linah Alsaafin
Thursday 9 July 2015 17:14 UTC
Last update:
Thursday 9 July 2015 18:32 UTC
6510googleplus081
Topics:
Religion
Tags:
Nasser al-Qasabi, Islamic State, Extremism, Television, Satire
Show comments
The arrival of Ramadan, the holiest month of the Islamic calendar, is also famous for a not so spiritual pastime: an influx of television shows and soap operas.
One show in particular has made headlines for its clever use of satire targeted at one of the bloodiest and most violent groups in the Middle East, the Islamic State.
The 45-minute TV series Selfie, which airs on the Saudi-owned MBC channel, has been the subject of much discussion, praise and denunciation.
The show’s star, Saudi comedian Nasser al-Qasabi, who became a popular figure through a previous comedy show called Tash ma Tash that addressed sensitive topics in Saudi society, has been admired through his daring portrayal of IS fighters, mocking them as clueless, belligerent and lascivious.
- See more at:
Saudi satirical show that mocks the Islamic State group ruffles feathers Middle East Eye
