East Is East

In 1971 Salford fish-and-chip shop owner George Khan expects his family to follow his strict Pakistani Muslim ways. But his children, with an English mother and having been born and brought up in Britain, increasingly see themselves as British and start to reject their father's rules on dress, food, religion, and living in general.

Tagline

“A comedy of families, a chip shop... and a very randy dog.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Comedy

Director

Damien O'Donnell

Original Language

EN

What is East Is East about?

In 1971 Salford fish-and-chip shop owner George Khan expects his family to follow his strict Pakistani Muslim ways. But his children, with an English mother and having been born and brought up in Britain, increasingly see themselves as British and start to reject their father's rules on dress, food, religion, and living in general.

Who directed East Is East?

East Is East was directed by Damien O'Donnell.

When was East Is East released?

East Is East was released on May 14, 1999.

How long is East Is East?

East Is East has a runtime of 1h 37m.

Where can I track East Is East?

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