Serenades (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2001, Serenades is a drama and romance film directed by Mojgan Khadem, running about 99 minutes. “Caught in a clash of cultures, love is an impossible desire.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in the 1890s in the central desert region of Australia, 'Serenades' tells the tale of Jila who is conceived when her Afghan cameleer father wins her Aboriginal mother in a card game.
Who’s in it. Serenades stars Aden Young as Johann, Alice Haines as Jila, Siniša Ćopić as Shir Mohammed and Bille Brown as Pastor Hoffman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Serenades has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Serenades page.
If you liked it. Fans of Serenades tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Serenades (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Serenades change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Serenades worth watching?
- Serenades holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Serenades?
- Serenades stars Aden Young, Alice Haines, Siniša Ćopić, Bille Brown and David Gulpilil.
- When was Serenades released?
- Serenades was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.