
Leila Shenna
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Leila Shenna (Arabic: ليلى شنّا; born Morocco) is a Moroccan former actress who featured on film mostly in the 1970s. She is most commonly remembered in English speaking countries for her role as a Bond girl in the 1979 film Moonraker as an evil air hostess. However, she also starred in the 1968 film Remparts d'argile (initially released in Italy, later released in the United States in 1970 under the title Ramparts of Clay) directed by Jean-Louis Bertucelli, the 1975 Palme D'or winner Chronique des années de braise directed by Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, as well as the 1982 Algerian film Vent de sable, also directed by Lakhdar-Hamina. The first two films were set in Algeria, the third simply in the desert. She also had a minor role in the 1977 film March or Die. She is the cousin of Malika Oufkir, the writer of Stolen Lives: Twenty Years In A Desert Jail, an account of the failed 1972 assassination attempt on the King of Morocco by her father (and Leila's uncle), General Mohamed Oufkir. Description above from the Wikipedia article Leila Shenna, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Leila Shenna Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Leila Shenna reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Leila Shenna's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Leila Shenna's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Sandstorm, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Leila Shenna Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leila Shenna's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Leila Shenna has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Sandstorm | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Moonraker | Hostess Private Jet | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | March or Die | Arab Girl on the Street | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Chronicle of the Years of Fire | L'Épouse d'Ahmed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The East Wind | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | December | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Ramparts of Clay | Rima | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Sex-Power | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Conquer to Live | - | Flop | Similar → |
Leila Shenna - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leila Shenna?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leila Shenna is "Sandstorm" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Leila Shenna acted in?
Leila Shenna has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leila Shenna?
Other notable films include "December", "The East Wind", and "Chronicle of the Years of Fire".




