David & Layla

David & Layla

106 mins | Drama, Comedy, Romance | Oct. 22, 2005

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 & Layla

106 mins | Drama, Comedy, Romance | Oct. 22, 2005

David & Layla
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.
IMDb rating 5.5
Producers
Original title David & Layla
Directors J.J. Alani
Writers

Cast

David Moscow

as David Fine

Shiva Rose

as Layla

Callie Thorne

as Abby, David's fiancee

Peter Van Wagner

as Mel Fine

Polly Adams

as Judith Fine

Will Janowitz

as Woody Fine

Joseph Kamal

as Howar, Saz / Tanbur player

Jason Catalano

as Walter

Florence Wack

as Wedding Dancer/Muslim Prayer