The Leap Years (2008)
A promise to meet every four years.
Li-Ann, a dreamer, is a strong believer of the soul mate theory and rejects all men, especially her best friend KS, until she falls in love with Jeremy, at first sight. They tour Chinatown, Singapore, together on February 29, 1980. Unfortunately, she is heartbroken when he tells her he is engaged. He decides to make up to her by meeting her at the same time, same place, every leap year. Their love spans 20 years, as they realize the pain of love until they take the leap of faith...and the leap of love...
Director: Jean Yeo
Genre: Romance
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date: February 29, 2008
Cast
- Wong Lilin - Li Ann (age 24-36)
- Ananda Everingham - Jeremy
- Joan Chen - Li-Ann (age 48)
- Jason Chan - Raymond
- Nadya Hutagalung - Sunetta
- Keagan Kang - Professor
- Ann Yuen Mei Law - Li-Ann's Mother
- Vernetta Lopez - Jennie
- Qi Yuwu - K.S.
- Paula - Kim
Screenplay
Music: Ricky Ho
Cinematography: Henry Chung
Production: Ochre Pictures, MediaCorp Raintree Pictures
Country: Singapore
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
based on novel or book, birthday, superstition, singapore
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Leap Years about?
- Li-Ann, a dreamer, is a strong believer of the soul mate theory and rejects all men, especially her best friend KS, until she falls in love with Jeremy, at first sight. They tour Chinatown, Singapore, together on February 29, 1980. Unfortunately, she is heartbroken when he tells her he is engaged. He decides to make up to her by meeting her at the same time, same place, every leap year. Their love spans 20 years, as they realize the pain of love until they take the leap of faith...and the leap of love...
- Who directed The Leap Years?
- The Leap Years was directed by Jean Yeo.
- Who stars in The Leap Years?
- The Leap Years stars Wong Lilin, Ananda Everingham, Joan Chen, Jason Chan, Nadya Hutagalung, Keagan Kang.
- How long is The Leap Years?
- The Leap Years has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- What genre is The Leap Years?
- The Leap Years is a Romance film.
- Where was The Leap Years produced?
- The Leap Years was produced in Singapore.