Leila

May. 14,1999      
Rating:
7.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

This film tells the story of a semi modern Iranian couple, who are trying to fight the old beliefs & old generation. This is a failing battle because the man is not strong enough.

Leila Hatami as  Leila, the Wife
Ali Mosaffa as  Reza, the Husband
Jamileh Sheikhi as  Reza's Mother
Turan Mehrzad as  Leila's Mother
Mohammadreza Sharifinia as  Leila's Uncle
Shaghayegh Farahani as  Second Wife

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