Foreign Letters
Apr 22, 2012 · 1h 40m
Director
Ela ThierOverview
A bittersweet coming-of-age film, Foreign Letters is itself a love letter to the unshakeable bond between friends. Set in the pre-email era of the 1980s, young Ellie, newly arrived to the US from Israel, anxiously waits for letters from her best friend back home. Suffering from homesickness, language difficulties and rejection at school, life brightens when she meets Thuy, a Vietnamese refugee her age. As the two bond and become inseparable, they eventually hurt each other, and Ellie must find a way to restore their trust. Based on director Ela Thier's personal immigration experience, Foreign Letters is a film about poverty, prejudice, shame, and the healing power of friendship.
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What is Foreign Letters about?
A bittersweet coming-of-age film, Foreign Letters is itself a love letter to the unshakeable bond between friends. Set in the pre-email era of the 1980s, young Ellie, newly arrived to the US from Israel, anxiously waits for letters from her best friend back home. Suffering from homesickness, language difficulties and rejection at school, life brightens when she meets Thuy, a Vietnamese refugee…
When was Foreign Letters released?
Foreign Letters was released on April 22, 2012.
Where can I watch Foreign Letters?
Foreign Letters is streaming on Chai Flicks and Cineverse Amazon Channel in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Foreign Letters?
Foreign Letters runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
Who directed Foreign Letters?
Foreign Letters was directed by Ela Thier.
Who is in the cast of Foreign Letters?
The cast of Foreign Letters includes Noa Rotstein (Ellie), Dalena Le (Thuy), Ela Thier (Ellie's mother), Udi Razzin (Ellie's Dad) and Daphna Thier (Dalia).
Is Foreign Letters on Netflix?
No, Foreign Letters is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Chai Flicks and Cineverse Amazon Channel instead.