Being a first generation American, I often was embarassed by my Bengali background as a kid. I mean, I used to hate talking to Bengali kids in Bengali. I also hated having to do stuff like going to cultural parties and whatnot. I’m starting to accept being Bengali and I’m starting to see how cool it is to be a first gen.
If there’s one thing I still hate about Bengali culture, it’s the horrible movies that are made in Bangladesh. They’re just filled with crap and mostly people of the, as much as I hate to say this kinda stuff, lower class watch that stuff. However, there are many excellent Bengali short films and mini-series that are pretty fun to watch.
While sitting in a local Bengali restaurant, a guy came and gave out some cards advertising an audition. Some company is looking to make a Bengali-American movie and they’re looking for people. Since I can speak fluent Bengali [1], I’m gonna try out for the audition. I’m pretty sure they won’t be making it as crappy as the ones in Bangladesh.
[1] Ever since I could talk, my parents spoke only Bengali to me since they knew I’d learn English in school. To this day, I speak Bengali with my parents and family.
You’re right about the movies. They taste horrible!
Well, I’ve never eaten any movies, but I guess I won’t try to now that you’ve told me that.
Sign up and then practice in vlogs.
Get Sudman to be your agent.
Sudman – does film require ketchup?
Sweet, go for it. It’ll be an experience.
Fufill the dream of your bengali heritage!!!
Go and do it. It is the right thing to do. When you finish, i want your autograph.
Solidsnake45546 (Roger)- You are one funny kid, man.
I hope so Leon!