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Critic Jordan Hoffman
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What I like about Among the Believers, a portrait of radical Islam in Pakistan, is how the first two-thirds of the movie strives to remain as balanced as possible.

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Cast & Crew

Mohammed Naqvi
Director
Hemal Trivedi
Director
Abdul Aziz
As Himself, Imam
Pervez Hoodbhoy
As Himself

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Among the Believers is a powerful and thought-provoking documentary that delves into the intense struggle between fundamentalism and secularism in Pakistan. The film follows the journey of controversial leader Abdul Aziz Ghazi, who is determined to impose a strict version of Sharia law throughout the country, and his personal quest to create an Islamic utopia. The documentary also explores the lives of two teenage students who have attended madrasas run by Ghazi's Red Mosque network, showcasing their divergent paths and the challenges they face. With incredible access and chilling footage, Among the Believers provides a timely and relevant look into the causes that have led to the growth of radical Islam in Pakistan and around the world.

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Among the Believers was released in theaters on April 16, 2015.