
The Immigrant
Directed by James Gray
Produced by Worldview Entertainment, Keep Your Head Productions
A melancholic period drama about exploitation and survival in early 20th-century New York, anchored by intimate bonds and a romantic rescue narrative set against systemic corruption.
1921 New York. An immigrant woman is tricked into a life of burlesque and vaudeville until a dazzling magician tries to save her and reunite her with her sister who is being held in the confines of Ellis Island.
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Is The Immigrant sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is The Immigrant scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Does The Immigrant end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Immigrant violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Immigrant easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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