Barkhad Abdi and Bryan Buckley Talks 'The Pirates of Somalia' | In Studio

The transcript features a discussion with Barkhad Abdi and Brian Buckley about the film 'Pirates of Somalia.' Brian shares his journey from working on documentaries about refugees to creating a narrative film inspired by J. Bender's book. The conversation highlights the challenges and risks faced by journalists in Somalia, the cultural misconceptions about the country, and the importance of storytelling in raising awareness. Barkhad Abdi discusses his role and the collaborative process with co-star Evan Peters. The film aims to provide a deeper understanding of Somali culture and the role of journalism in modern society.

What inspired Brian Buckley to create the film 'Pirates of Somalia'?

• A news article about piracy

• A documentary he watched

• A book he read in college

• His work with Somali refugees

What was a major risk for journalists in Somalia according to the discussion?

• Language barriers

• Dangerous groups and environment

• Lack of internet access

• High travel costs

How did Barkhad Abdi first get involved with the 'Pirates of Somalia' project?

• He was recommended by a friend

• He met the director at a film festival

• He auditioned for the role

• He was sent the script by his agent

What makes the film's setting in 2007 particularly relevant?

• It was a time of financial collapse and global conflicts

• It was a year of significant technological advancements

• It was the year the director visited Somalia

• It was the year the book was published

Why is it important to list refugee cast members in the film credits?

• To highlight the film's authenticity

• To show the film as an ecosystem

• To attract more viewers

• To comply with legal requirements

What is a key responsibility of narrative films according to the discussion?

• To entertain audiences

• To generate high profits

• To portray the truth

• To win awards

What is the impact of the travel ban on Somali refugees as discussed?

• It provides more job opportunities

• It increases tourism in Somalia

• It restricts their movement to the US

• It improves their living conditions

What misconception about Somalia is highlighted in the discussion?

• Somalis are not welcoming

• Somalia has a rich and warm culture

• Somalia is technologically advanced

• Somalis are not interested in education

What does the film 'Pirates of Somalia' aim to achieve according to the creators?

• To depict the beauty of Somali landscapes

• To highlight the humor in Somali culture

• To showcase Somali cuisine

• To educate about Somali culture and challenges

What can individuals do to support Somali refugees as suggested in the discussion?

• Employ refugees

• Travel to Somalia

• Donate to large organizations

• Ignore the issue