From Baghdad to The Bay

From Baghdad to The Bay

Running time: 68 mins

Is he a double agent, a closet gay, or just a great chef? Ghazwan Alshari had his dream job – translating for the U.S. forces in Iraq. But his dream turned into a nightmare when he was accused of being a double agent by the same people he was aiding – and at big personal risk! With his life and the safety of his family in jeopardy, Ghazwan fled Iraq and settled in San Francisco. Struggling and alone, Ghazwan nevertheless reveals the bigger secret he has been concealing for years – he is gay. Facing these challenges, yet with a new sense of freedom, Ghazwan, with his effervescent personality, seeks to fulfill a new dream: he wants to become a professional chef. Ghawan’s turbulent and ultimately joyous journey is nothing less than a testament to the human spirit. – Sandy Wolf Preceded by the short film: Sand Men; dir. Tal Amiran; U.K.; 14 min. Presented In Honor Of Jim Boyce
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