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Paradise (1982)

Movie ★ 6.0 102 min

Romance Adventure

After their caravan is attacked and their respective families butchered by Arab marauders, teenagers David and Sarah flee across the desert. But the desert is filled with danger from the elements, animals and the unwholesome appetite of the Jackal, a sheik who wants Sarah for himself. However, the desert also holds temptation and love. David and Sarah hide out in an oasis and build a life for themselves, discovering each other in new ways.

Stuart Gillard Director Stuart Gillard Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 12, 1982
Runtime
102 min
Rating
R
Box office
$5.6M
IMDb
tt0084469
Country
Canada
Language
English
Studio
RSL Entertainment Corp., Guardian Trust Company, Moviecorp VI, New World-Mutual

Themes

Cast

Willie Aames Willie Aames David Phoebe Cates Phoebe Cates Sarah Tuvia Tavi The Jackal Richard Curnock Richard Curnock Geoffrey Neil Vipond Reverend Aviva Marks Rachel Yosef Shiloach Yosef Shiloach Ahmed Yitzhak Ne'eman Bashi Yakar Semach Auctioneer Shoshana Doar Shoshana Doar Bedouin Woman Jerry Rosen Jackal's Bodyguard Riki Halfon Belly Dancer

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Frequently asked questions

What is Paradise about?
After their caravan is attacked and their respective families butchered by Arab marauders, teenagers David and Sarah flee across the desert. But the desert is filled with danger from the elements, animals and the unwholesome appetite of the Jackal, a sheik who wants Sarah for himself. However, the desert also holds temptation and love. David and Sarah hide out in an oasis and build a life for themselves, discovering each other in new ways.
Who directed Paradise?
Paradise was directed by Stuart Gillard.
Who stars in Paradise?
Paradise stars Willie Aames, Phoebe Cates, Tuvia Tavi, Richard Curnock.
When was Paradise released?
Paradise is a 1982 romance, adventure film.
Where can I watch Paradise?
You can watch Paradise with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.