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1978 (2020): Cast

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1978 is a 2020 short drama directed by Hamza Bangash, starring Muhammad Zeeshan as Lenny, Rubya Chaudhry and Naveed Kamal. It runs 17 minutes.

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1978 (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
17 min
Director
Hamza Bangash
Genre
Drama
Original language
Urdu
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is 1978 About?

The premise of 1978 without spoilers.

In Pakistan, 1978, Lenny, a beloved rockstar within the Christian community, is presented with an unexpected opportunity: to become a state-approved singer. As Islamic fundamentalism gains momentum across the country, Lenny faces a difficult choice, forced to confront the changing social and political landscape and consider whether he can adapt to survive.

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Cast & crew

1978 Cast & Characters

Muhammad Zeeshan leads the cast as Lenny, with Rubya Chaudhry as Dina and Naveed Kamal as AJ. Directed by Hamza Bangash; 4 actors are credited in all.

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More from Hamza Bangash

More films directed by Hamza Bangash: Bhai and Stray Dogs Come Out at Night.

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FAQ

1978 FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of 1978, each answered in a sentence.

How long is 1978?

1978 runs 17 minutes.

When was 1978 released?

1978 was released on August 9, 2020.

Who directed 1978?

1978 was directed by Hamza Bangash.

More films by Hamza Bangash

Who is in the cast of 1978?

1978 stars Muhammad Zeeshan as Lenny, Rubya Chaudhry as Dina and Naveed Kamal as AJ, among 4 credited actors.

Does 1978 have a post-credit scene?

No. 1978 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is 1978 in?

The original language of 1978 is Urdu.

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