Leo Sonnyboy
Synopsis
Train driver Leo Mangold has been living alone in his two-room apartment for years. His colleague Adrian Hauser is married and having an affair with Thai go-go dancer Apia. To ensure that she does not lose her residence permit, Adrian asks his friend Leo to marry Apia, and Leo agrees. To deceive the immigration authorities, Apia has to move in with Leo, much to his displeasure. They begin to fall in love with each other. Adrian is not happy about this. Nightclub owner Willi also puts pressure on the couple because he wants to place Apia in a massage parlor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 16, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rolf Lyssy
- Original Title
- Leo Sonnyboy
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Edi Hubschmid AG
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rolf Lyssy
Department Leadership Roster
Rolf Lyssy
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leo Sonnyboy
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What is Leo Sonnyboy about?
Train driver Leo Mangold has been living alone in his two-room apartment for years. His colleague Adrian Hauser is married and having an affair with Thai go-go dancer Apia. To ensure that she does not lose her residence permit, Adrian asks his friend Leo to marry Apia, and Leo agrees. To deceive the immigration authorities, Apia has to move in with Leo, much to his displeasure. They begin to fall in love with each other. Adrian is not happy about this. Nightclub owner Willi also puts pressure on the couple because he wants to place Apia in a massage parlor.
Who directed Leo Sonnyboy?
Leo Sonnyboy was directed by Rolf Lyssy.
Who stars in Leo Sonnyboy?
The principal cast of Leo Sonnyboy includes Mathias Gnädinger, Christian Kohlund, Dieter Meier, Stephanie Glaser, Ankie Lau.
When was Leo Sonnyboy released and how long is it?
Leo Sonnyboy was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Leo Sonnyboy?
Leo Sonnyboy holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).