Description:

1921. In search of a new start and the American dream, Ewa Cybulska and her sister Magda sail to New York from their native Poland. When they reach Ellis Island, doctors discover that Magda is ill, and the two women are separated. Ewa is released onto the mean streets of Manhattan while her sister is quarantined. Alone, with nowhere to turn and desperate to reunite with Magda, she quickly falls prey to Bruno, a charming but wicked man who takes her in and forces her into prostitution. And then one day, Ewa encounters Bruno's cousin, the debonair magician Orlando. He sweeps Ewa off her feet and quickly becomes her only chance to escape the nightmare in which she finds herself.

Year:

2014

Directed By:

James Gray

Written By:

James Gray, Ric Menello (as Richard Menello)

Genres:

Drama, Romance

Release Date:

23 May 2014 (USA)

Language:

English , Polish , Latin

Runtime:

120 min

Origin/Country:

USA

Shooting Location:

Kaufman Astoria Studios - 3412 36th Street, Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA