Who is Eleanor Riese in 55 Steps?

Helena Bonham Carter plays Eleanor Riese in the film.

What is 55 Steps about?

55 STEPS is based on the inspiring true story of the unlikely relationship between an outrageous and wickedly smart Eleanor Riese (Helena Bonham Carter), a mental patient in a hospital that has mistreated her, and her attorney, an uptight, workaholic patients’ rights lawyer, Colette Hughes (Hilary Swank). In this heartfelt tale told with humor and emotion, Colette takes on the uphill battle of representing Eleanor against the people who harmed her while the spirited Eleanor makes it her mission to mentor Colette whether Colette likes it or not!

55 Steps

Name: 55 Steps
Genre: Drama
Released: 2018-11-16
Duration: 114
Rating: 84

PG-13 1 hr 54 min

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How long is 55 Steps?: 55 Steps is 1 hr 54 min long.

Who directed 55 Steps?: Bille August

Who is Eleanor Riese in 55 Steps?: Helena Bonham Carter plays Eleanor Riese in the film.

What is 55 Steps about?: 55 STEPS is based on the inspiring true story of the unlikely relationship between an outrageous and wickedly smart Eleanor Riese (Helena Bonham Carter), a mental patient in a hospital that has mistreated her, and her attorney, an uptight, workaholic patients’ rights lawyer, Colette Hughes (Hilary Swank). In this heartfelt tale told with humor and emotion, Colette takes on the uphill battle of representing Eleanor against the people who harmed her while the spirited Eleanor makes it her mission to mentor Colette whether Colette likes it or not!