David & Layla

David & Layla is a 2005 independent film directed by Jay Jonroy.

David & Layla
Film poster
Directed byJay Jonroy aka J.J Alani
Written byJay Jonroy aka J.J. Alani
Produced byJay Jonroy aka J.J. Alani
Gill Holland
Isen Robbins
Aimee Schoof
StarringDavid Moscow
Shiva Rose
Distributed byFilms International Corp
Release date
October 21, 2005
Running time
106 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Plot

Inspired by a true story, sparks fly when a Jew and a Kurdish 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 from Kurdistan, fleeing from Saddam's regime. 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?

Written, produced, and directed by Jay Jonroy aka J.J. Alani, this film was inspired by the true story of the Kurdish Muslim-Jewish couple Alwan Jaff and her husband David Ruby who now live in Paris. Both appear in cameo roles in the film.

Cast

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]

References
  1. Hornaday, Ann (August 3, 2007). "Culture-Crossed Lovers". The Washington Post.
  2. Nesselson, Lisa (July 19, 2007). "David & Layla". Variety.
  3. Karten, Harvey S. (February 19, 2008). "David & Layla". Film Journal International.


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