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The Leap Years (2008)

A promise to meet every four years.

Romance

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...

Release Date
February 29, 2008
Runtime
1h 42m
Rating
6.2/10 (5 votes)

Director: Jean Yeo

Cast: Wong Lilin, Ananda Everingham, Joan Chen, Jason Chan, Nadya Hutagalung, Keagan Kang, Ann Yuen Mei Law, Vernetta Lopez

Production: Ochre Pictures, MediaCorp Raintree Pictures
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The Leap Years

The Leap Years

A promise to meet every four years.

A promise to meet every four years.

6.2
102 min

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...

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date2/29/2008
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Cast

Wong Lilin

as Li Ann (age 24-36)

Ananda Everingham

as Jeremy

Joan Chen

as Li-Ann (age 48)

Jason Chan

as Raymond

Nadya Hutagalung

as Sunetta

Keagan Kang

as Professor

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Ann Yuen Mei Law

as Li-Ann's Mother

Vernetta Lopez

as Jennie

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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,…

How long is The Leap Years?

1h 42m

When was The Leap Years released?

February 29, 2008

Who directed The Leap Years?

Jean Yeo

Who stars in The Leap Years?

Wong Lilin, Ananda Everingham, Joan Chen

What genre is The Leap Years?

Romance