National Theatre Live: East is East

National Theatre Live: East is East 2021 Directed by Iqbal Khan

Salford, 1971. George Khan wants to raise his family in the traditional Pakistani way, but his children have other ideas. Abdul and Tariq aren't ready to be married off, Saleem is pushing artistic boundaries, Meenah's skirt is too short and Sajit just wants to hide in his parka. As relations reach breaking point, their English mother, Ella, is torn between her loyalty to George and the happiness of her children.

Country United Kingdom

Production Country United Kingdom

Language English

Spoken Language English

Production Company National Theatre

Release Date 7 December 2021

116 mins

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