The story follows Yasine, a young man of Moroccan-English heritage, as he navigates his identity after his father's death. His father, a Moroccan immigrant, taught him about Islam and his cultural heritage. Yasine's life is turned upside down when he invites an old friend, Abdel, over to watch football, and Abdel's casual comment about Yasine's appearance sparks a conversation about his mixed ethnicity.
Said in Passing
A young man's sense of identity, faith, and direction are challenged when he reconnects with a childhood friend from his mosque, leading to a journey of self-discovery amidst the complexities of his Moroccan upbringing and the lingering absence of his father.