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**About a teenager who wanted her life to turn around.** The 24 years old Jessica Barden played a 14 year old Ellen in this film. Anyway, she looks so young, fitted to portray the role and in the end she did good. The film was about a sc...
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Ellen
2016
Movie
75 min
English
A tearaway teenage girl, at war with her mum, and trying to take control of her life, forms an amazing and unbreakable bond with a new friend. They raise hell, stick two fingers up at the world, and laugh like they never have before... but can Ellen avoid becoming just another statistic?
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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Peter W. Davidson•Genres: Comedy, Drama
Plot Summary
A young woman named Ellen struggles to navigate her confusing and often isolating life. She grapples with her identity and relationships as she searches for meaning and connection in a world that feels increasingly distant. The film explores themes of self-discovery, intimacy, and the challenges of finding one's place.
Critical Reception
Ellen received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its raw emotional honesty and a compelling central performance, while others found its pacing and narrative structure to be underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some connecting deeply with the protagonist's journey and others finding it too introspective.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic portrayal of a young woman's struggles.
Criticized for a meandering plot and slow pacing.
Molly Bernard's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews and ratings for 'Ellen' (2016) is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot over 15 days in New York City.
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