Surviving Paradise (2000)

Surviving Paradise follows the adventures of 10-year-old Sam and 8-year-old Sara, Iranian children lost in Los Angeles, as they struggle to search for an uncle and elude the hit man who ... See full summary »

Director:

Kamshad Kooshan

Writer:

Kamshad Kooshan

Stars:

Shohreh Aghdashloo, Kian Abedini, Lauren Parissa Abedini

Cast

Credited cast:
Shohreh Aghdashloo	...	Pari
Kian Abedini	...	Sam
Lauren Parissa Abedini	...	Sara
Joe Alvarez	...	Mr. F
David Wissak	...	Mr. Z
Vahik Pirhamzei	...	Mo
Otis Freeman	...	Lou
Lunden De'Leon	...	Phyllis
Verton R. Banks	...	Lionel
Fred Cline	...	Business Man
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Shohreh Afshar
Anahid Avanesian	...	Party Guest
Richard Azurdia
Bruce Bailey	...	Sergant McCoy
David Jay Barry	...	Mr. A

Storyline

Surviving Paradise follows the adventures of 10-year-old Sam and 8-year-old Sara, Iranian children lost in Los Angeles, as they struggle to search for an uncle and elude the hit man who kidnapped their mother. On their way, they encounter a colorful cast of character and dangerous situations, but through connections they endure the rigors of life on the street.

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Plot Keywords:

independent film

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Taglines:

A Movie For The Whole Family

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Genres:

Drama | Adventure

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

30 June 2000 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

International Film & Video Center, New Light Entertainment, Tweedle Music

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Sound Mix:

DTS-Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

User Reviews

It was a pleasure to watch this film with my daughter

I truly enjoyed watching this film with my 9 year old daughter. I don't think this is an appropriate film for twenty somethings, but I think it is a heartwarming one, when watched with kids. It was a bit uneven, but it is fine, considering the purpose it serves. Thanks,