British Pakistani rapper Zed is a rising star on the cusp of his first world tour. But, struck down by an illness that threatens to derail his big break, he’s forced to confront his past, his family, and the uncertainty of his legacy.

Entwining elements of Pakistani history and dashes of magical realism, Bassam Tariq’s fiction debut is a dazzling, raw exploration of an identity crisis, and a culture clash drama like no other. Co-writer, producer, and actor Riz Ahmed (himself a rapper!) delivers a beguiling, visceral performance.