David & Layla
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| Directed by | Jay Jonroy |
| Produced by | Jay Jonroy Gill Holland Isen Robbins Aimee Schoof |
| Written by | Jay Jonroy |
| Starring | David Moscow Shiva Rose |
| Distributed by | Films International Corp |
| Release date(s) | October 21, 2005 |
| Running time | 106 minutes |
| Language | English |
David & Layla is a 2005 independent film directed by Jay Jonroy.
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[edit] Plot
Inspired by a true story, sparks fly when a Jew and a Muslim fall in love in New York. David (David Moscow), TV host of "Sex & Happiness", becomes smitten with the voluptuous Layla (Shiva Rose) - a mysterious, sensual dancer who turns out to be a refugee. David's reckless pursuit of Layla sets off an unveiling of the similarities and contrasts of their ancient cultures. His lust grows into love as he discovers in stunning Layla a sensitive, intelligent war survivor with a rich culture that echoes his own. But their families are dead set against their unlikely romance. Faced with deportation, Layla must choose: David or Dr. Ahmad? Will David and Layla follow their hearts and blast through centuries of religious animosity? The film was inspired by the true story of the Muslim-Jewish couple Alwand Jaff and her husband David Ruby, both of whom have cameo roles in the film.
[edit] Cast
- David Moscow
- Shiva Rose
- Callie Thorne
- Peter Van Wagner
- Polly Adams
- Will Janowitz
- Anna George
- Ed Chemaly
- Alexander Blaise
- Tibor Feldman
[edit] Reception
The Washington Post called it "a frothy little romantic comedy."[1] Variety described it as "an earnest, frequently funny comedy."[2] Film Journal International said "the picture takes its time in developing momentum; once attained, it becomes a watchable, optimistic cri de coeur."[3]
[edit] References
- ^ Hornaday, Ann (August 3, 2007). "Culture-Crossed Lovers". The Washington Post. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/08/02/AR2007080200609.html.
- ^ Nesselson, Lisa (July 19, 2007). "David & Layla". Variety. http://www.variety.com/review/VE1117934225.html?categoryid=31&cs=1.
- ^ Karten, Harvey S. (Febreuary 19, 2008). "David & Layla". Film Journal International. http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/david_and_layla/.
