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Life

Life

Apr 12, 2001 · 1h 33m

Rated 8 out of 10

Director

Jano Rosebiani

Overview

"Jiyan" takes place in Halabja about five years after Saddam's infamous chemical attack in 1988. Diyari (Kurdo Galali) has come from his new homeland, America, to put up a badly needed new orphanage. As construction proceeds, he gradually becomes acquainted with the tragic individual stories of the survivors. Prime among these is orphan girl Jiyan (Pirsheng Berzinji), and her lively young cousin Sherko (Choman Hawrami). Although he seems to fit right into life in this impoverished town, Diyari can hardly absorb the catastrophe that hit there, nor can he accept the level of injury that he encounters. When the orphanage is ready, Diyari says his goodbyes, plunging Jiyan back into quiet despair.

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What is Life about?

"Jiyan" takes place in Halabja about five years after Saddam's infamous chemical attack in 1988. Diyari (Kurdo Galali) has come from his new homeland, America, to put up a badly needed new orphanage. As construction proceeds, he gradually becomes acquainted with the tragic individual stories of the survivors. Prime among these is orphan girl Jiyan (Pirsheng Berzinji), and her lively young cousin…

When was Life released?

Life was released on April 12, 2001.

How long is Life?

Life runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who directed Life?

Life was directed by Jano Rosebiani.

Who is in the cast of Life?

The cast of Life includes Kurdo Galali (Diyari), Pirshang Berzinji (Jiyan), Choman Hawrami (Sherko), Enwer Shexani (Salar) and Derya Qadir (Tavga).

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