S13·E1 Wham! Bam! Islam!
Synopsis
Episode Synopsis: Season 13 premieres with new host Mary-Louise Parker introducing "Wham! Bam! Islam," about the challenges involving "The 99," a comic book about Muslim superheroes created by Kuwaiti psychologist Naif Al-Mutawa. He raised $7 million in capital, hired Marvel comic veterans and released the first issue during Ramadan 2006, but it was banned in Saudi Arabia and Middle East sales failed to meet expectations. As a result, he tried to go global without sacrificing the comic's underlying Muslim ideals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 13 Episode 1 of Independent Lens air?
Season 13, Episode 1 ('Wham! Bam! Islam!') originally aired on October 13, 2011.
How long is Season 13 Episode 1 ('Wham! Bam! Islam!')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Independent Lens Season 13 Episode 1?
Episode Synopsis: Season 13 premieres with new host Mary-Louise Parker introducing "Wham! Bam! Islam," about the challenges involving "The 99," a comic book about Muslim superheroes created by Kuwaiti psychologist Naif Al-Mutawa. He raised $7 million in capital, hired Marvel comic veterans and relea...
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