FOR ELLEN
by So Yong Kim
Synopsis: When aspiring rock star Joby Taylor finally agrees to sign divorce papers with his estranged wife, he discovers he is about to forfeit all custody of his six-year-old daughter Ellen. Even though he’s never been in his daughter’s life before, Joby suddenly realizes he’s not ready to give up his right to fatherhood. When his good-natured lawyer is unable to make headway in reversing the decision, Joby arranges a visit with his daughter - but learns that perhaps it is too late for reconciliation.
Cast: Paul Dano, Jon Heder, Jena Malone, Margarita Levieva, Shaylena Mandigo.
2012 / USA / 93 min / English
Produced by Deerjen Films, Soandbrad.
“A small but exquisite film, beautifully observed and impeccably executed”
— Los Angeles Times
“Deeply sad and touching”
— Variety
