David & Layla (2005)
106 min
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.
- Release date
- October 21, 2005
- Country of origin
- United States
Cast
- David Moscow as David Fine
- Shiva Rose as Layla
- Peter Van Wagner as Mel Fine
- Polly Adams as Judith Fine
- Callie Thorne as Abby
- Will Janowitz as Woody Fine
- Alexander Blaise as Francois
- Ed Chemaly as Uncle Ali 'Al'
- Anna George as Zina
- Ken Kliban as Dr. Jacobson, vasectomy doctor
Crew
- J.J. Alani · Director
- J.J. Alani · Writer
- J.J. Alani · Producer
- Richard Horowitz · Composer
- John Lissauer · Composer
- Harlan Bosmajian · Cinematographer
- Egon Kirincic · Editor
- Adrienne Stern · Casting director
- Peter Yesair · Production designer