West Is West
Originally released in 1987. West Is West is a romance/comedy film. directed by David Rathod. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ashutosh Gowariker, Heidi Carpenter, and Pearl Padamsee
Synopsis
Vikram (Ashotosh Gowariker) is an Indian immigrant from Bombay who lands in San Francisco. His happiness over his arrival in the United States is diminished when customs officers unexplainably trim his tourist visa from six months to one. When he arrives at the home of his sponsor, he finds that the building is abandoned, and his application to study at the University of California has been rejected. He later meets Sue (Heidi Carpenter), a punk-rock femme who works at a late-night theater specializing in horror films, and Vikram becomes very fond of the woman, proposing marriage in hopes of starting a new life in the United States.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 30, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Is West about?
Vikram (Ashotosh Gowariker) is an Indian immigrant from Bombay who lands in San Francisco. His happiness over his arrival in the United States is diminished when customs officers unexplainably trim...
Who directed West Is West?
West Is West was directed by David Rathod.
How long is West Is West?
West Is West has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was West Is West released?
West Is West was released on May 30, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in West Is West?
The main cast of West Is West includes Ashutosh Gowariker, Heidi Carpenter, Pearl Padamsee, Rex Delgado, Bernie Segal.