Ellis(2015)
Ellis Synopsis
Ellis, a fourteen-minute film directed by JR and written by Academy Award winner Eric Roth, tells the elusive story of countless immigrants whose pursuit of a new life led them to the now-shuttered Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital. Following its opening in 1902, approximately 1.2 million people passed through the facility, where the Statue of Liberty can be seen from the windows. Languishing in a sort of purgatory awaiting their fate, many were never discharged.
Ellis (2015) is a drama film directed by JR, released on October 4, 2015 with a runtime of 15m. It stars Robert De Niro. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 73 ratings.
- Director:
- JR
- Writers:
- Eric Roth
- Cinematographer:
- André Chemetoff
- Composer:
- Nils Frahm
- Production:
- Unframed USA, Emerson Collective
- Status:
- Released
Ellis Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by JR, written by Eric Roth.
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Ellis Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 73 ratings.
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Ellis – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ellis online?
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Ellis (2015) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Ellis?
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The main cast of Ellis (2015) includes Robert De Niro. The film was directed by JR. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Ellis released?
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Ellis was released on October 4, 2015 and runs for 15m.
Is Ellis worth watching?
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Ellis (2015) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 73 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.