This is a fascinating look at contemporary America, viewed through the lenses of the media, the place of Muslims in American society, the public obsession with the war on terror, and how this all works out somehow through comedy. It is a strange contrast, how these comedians are becoming part of the comedy tradition by highlighting their discomfort at being pegged as extreme outsiders by most media outlets. The five individuals do an excellent job of relating how difficult and rewarding it is as they find themselves in an unusual position: spokesperson for a religion. In describing their work, they leave no stereotype untouched. Their passion for their craft is contagious, and you feel as if they are on the verge of something great, an historical and cultural breakthrough for the audiences they entertain and for the maligned religion they represent. These individuals embody the best of the American dream, which also is an Islamic commandment: work hard, and believe. The only problem I have with this film is the dour tone of the narrator, who sounds like he is describing a school bus crash, not a comedy documentary.
