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Leben (2012): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

2012 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 2012, Leben is a drama film directed by Vasiliy Sigarev, running about 119 minutes.

What it’s about. In the second feature film by Russian director Vasily Sigarev, fate brings ordeals to characters that find themselves immersed in deep crisis; they must seek the strength to cope with adversity. In a remote and cold region of Russia, Galya, a middle-aged woman with a drinking problem, has been separated from her twin daughters and she wants them back. On the other hand, Grishka and Anton are a young couple who decide to get married, but right after the wedding their relationship is put to the test in a brutal way. While Artyom longs to see his missing father, but his mother objects. There is only one element that brings all of these characters together: misfortune.

Who’s in it. Leben stars Olga Lapshina as Kapustina, Marina Gavrilova as Kapustina's Daughter, Alexandra Gavrilova as Kapustina's Daughter and Yana Troyanova as Grishka, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Leben has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leben page.

If you liked it. Fans of Leben tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.

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Where can I watch Leben (2012)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leben change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Leben worth watching?
Leben holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Leben?
Leben stars Olga Lapshina, Marina Gavrilova, Alexandra Gavrilova, Yana Troyanova and Aleksey Filimonov.
When was Leben released?
Leben was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.