description Brooklyn Overview
Brooklyn depicts the experiences of Eilis Lacey, an Irish woman who immigrates to Brooklyn in the early 1950s seeking work. The film chronicles her transition and subsequent conflict between her established life in America and her familial ties back in Enniscorthy. Eilis ultimately faces a difficult decision regarding her future location.
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info Brooklyn Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2015 |
help Brooklyn FAQ
Who plays Eilis Lacey in Brooklyn?
Saoirse Ronan plays Eilis Lacey in Brooklyn. Her performance earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
What novel is Brooklyn based on?
Brooklyn is based on Colm Toibin's 2009 novel. Nick Hornby wrote the screenplay for the 2015 film adaptation.
Where does Eilis move from and to in Brooklyn?
Eilis leaves Enniscorthy in County Wexford, Ireland, and emigrates to Brooklyn, New York. The story is set in the early 1950s, when Irish emigration to the United States was still a major life path.
Who are the two men in Eilis's life?
In New York, Eilis falls in love with Tony Fiorello, an Italian American plumber played by Emory Cohen. Back in Ireland, Domhnall Gleeson plays Jim Farrell, who represents the life she might have had if she stayed.
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