Slang: Rohingya Narrative
Slang: Rohingya Narrative (2023)[1] is a Bangladeshi short documentary film directed by Jubayer Ahmed[2]. The film explores the evolution of the term "Rohingya" into a slang word within urban Bangladesh, highlighting issues of displacement, social stigma, and linguistic marginalization.
Synopsis
The documentary investigates how the ethnic term "Rohingya" — referring to the persecuted minority group from Myanmar — has become a pejorative expression in parts of Bangladeshi society. Through street interviews, dramatized sequences, and poetic visuals, the film critiques the normalization of language that marginalizes an entire community and raises awareness about the impact of verbal discrimination on refugee identity and human dignity.[3]
Production
Shot using mobile devices with minimal equipment, the film embodies a grassroots approach to filmmaking. It was produced with cooperation from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Bangladesh and the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB). The project utilized a small cast and crew, emphasizing intimate storytelling and experimental cinematic techniques.[4]
Cast and Crew
- Director: Jubayer Ahmed
- Cinematographer: Tanvir Anjum Biswas
- Editor: Tarikur Rahman Turan
- Producer: Zahid Gogon
- Cast: Javeria Khan, Shastra Sarkar, Mohammad Khalil Dewan
- Costume Designer: Mst. Raushon Ara
Release and Reception
- Slang: Rohingya Narrative* was officially selected for the 10th Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF) in 2024[5] [6]. The film received commendation from UNHCR Bangladesh for its socially conscious storytelling and insightful portrayal of linguistic violence. It has been praised for shedding light on the complexities of identity and the ethics of language.
Themes
The film addresses themes such as forced migration, ethnic identity, postcolonial trauma, and the ethics of representation. It critically examines how everyday language can perpetuate social exclusion and challenges viewers to reconsider the power of words in shaping social realities.
See Also
References
- ↑ Ahmed, Jubayer (2023-12-24), Slang: Rohingya Narrative (Documentary, Short), Mohammad Khalil Dewan, Javeria Khan, Shastra Sarkar, retrieved 2025-07-06
- ↑ "Jubayer Ahmed - About". www.jubayer.blog. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ↑ Slang: Rohingya Narrative (Short 2023) - Plot - IMDb. Retrieved 2025-07-06 – via www.imdb.com.
- ↑ "Filmmaking gives students new skills and empathy for refugees | United Nations in Bangladesh". bangladesh.un.org. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ↑ "10th DIMFF'24 press conference held at ULAB". The Business Standard. 2024-02-29. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ↑ "New category launched in the 10th DIMFF festival". NTv Online. 2024-03-03. Retrieved 2025-07-06.
- ↑ "UNHCR Bangladesh praises student documentary on Rohingya slang". UNHCR Bangladesh. 2025-03-12. Retrieved 2025-07-06.[AI-generated?]
- ↑ "Official selections for the 10th Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival". Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival. Retrieved 2025-07-06.[AI-generated?]
- ↑ Ahmed, Sara (2025-04-20). "'Slang: Rohingya Narrative' raises questions on language and identity". Prothom Alo. Retrieved 2025-07-06.[AI-generated?]
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