Loving Leah (2009)
A love story that defies tradition.
2009 · 1h 37m · Drama, Romance, TV Movie
Genres: Drama, Romance, TV Movie
When Leah's husband Benjamin dies suddenly, Benjamin's brother Jake is stunned to learn he is expected to marry the childless Leah to carry on his brother's name. Jake suggests to Leah that they get married and maintain a secretly platonic relationship.
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Music by: Jeff Beal
Cinematography: Charles Minsky
Editor: Geoffrey Rowland
Rated 6.9/10 by 58 viewers
Cast
Lauren Ambrose as LeahAdam Kaufman as Jake LeverSusie Essman as MalkaHarris Yulin as Rabbi BelskyNatasha Lyonne as EstherChristy Pusz as CarolRicki Lake as Rabbi GerryMercedes Ruehl as JaniceTonye Patano as EmilyDonnie Keshawarz as RajSylvia Kauders as Widow GoldfarbJayne Houdyshell as Mrs. FinkelmanMore like this
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