Jiyan
Synopsis
Hayat has come to Berlin with her husband Harun to provide a better life for their unborn child. All they have is a small suitcase and Hayat’s nightmares of her life in Syria.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Süheyla Schwenk
- Screenplay & Story
- Süheyla Schwenk
- Original Title
- Jiyan
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, Kurdish, Turkish
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jiyan
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What is Jiyan about?
Hayat has come to Berlin with her husband Harun to provide a better life for their unborn child. All they have is a small suitcase and Hayat’s nightmares of her life in Syria.
Who directed Jiyan?
Jiyan was directed by Süheyla Schwenk.
Who stars in Jiyan?
The principal cast of Jiyan includes Halima Ilter, Füsun Demirel, Baran Şükrü Babacan, Nizam Namidar, Baran Hêvî.
When was Jiyan released and how long is it?
Jiyan was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.