Who is Eilis in Brooklyn?

Saoirse Ronan plays Eilis in the film.

Brooklyn

Name: Brooklyn
Genre: Drama,Romance
Released: 2015-11-04
Duration: 105
Rating: 87

"Brooklyn" tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey (Saoirse Ronan), a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.

GENRE: Drama, Romance
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday, Nov 4, 2015
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How long is Brooklyn?: Brooklyn is 1 hr 45 min long.

Who directed Brooklyn?: John Crowley

Who is Eilis in Brooklyn?: Saoirse Ronan plays Eilis in the film.

What is Brooklyn about?: "Brooklyn" tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey (Saoirse Ronan), a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.