Leila
لیلا
Synopsis
This film tells the story of a semi modern Iranian couple, who are trying to fight the old beliefs and old generation. This is a failing battle because the man is not strong enough.
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Trailer for "Leila"
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-11-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Fajr Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 14, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dariush Mehrjui
- Screenplay & Story
- Mahnaz Ansarian, Dariush Mehrjui
- Original Score
- Kayvan Jahanshahi
- Original Title
- لیلا
- Country of Origin
- Iran
- Spoken Languages
- Persian
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Farabi Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dariush Mehrjui
Mahnaz Ansarian, Dariush Mehrjui
Kayvan Jahanshahi
Mahmoud Kalari
Mostafa Kherghehpoosh
Dariush Mehrjui, Faramarz Farazmand
Department Leadership Roster
Dariush Mehrjui
Director
Mahnaz Ansarian
Writer
Dariush Mehrjui
Writer
Mostafa Kherghehpoosh
Editor
Mahmoud Kalari
Director of Photography
Kayvan Jahanshahi
Original Music Composer
Dariush Mehrjui
Producer
Faramarz Farazmand
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leila
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leila about?
This film tells the story of a semi modern Iranian couple, who are trying to fight the old beliefs and old generation. This is a failing battle because the man is not strong enough.
Who directed Leila?
Leila was directed by Dariush Mehrjui.
Who stars in Leila?
The principal cast of Leila includes Leila Hatami, Ali Mosaffa, Jamileh Sheikhi, Turan Mehrzad, Amir Pievar.
When was Leila released and how long is it?
Leila was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Leila?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leila was composed by Kayvan Jahanshahi.