FOR ELLEN

A struggling musician (Paul Dano) tries to pull himself together and fight for shared custody of his young daughter (Shaylena Mandigo). Director: So Yong Kim

“A small but exquisite film, beautifully observed and impeccably executed.”

- Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

“Kim’s patient, clear-sighted film moves to the urgings of tough emotional realities rather than obvious story patterns. It’s uncomfortably funny, achingly true – and the work of an absolutely genuine artist.”

 - Trevor Johnston, Time Out

“This performance, unlike anything Paul Dano has ever done, must have required some courage. It requires an actor to cast aside all conceits of performance, presence, charisma and even timing.”

- Roger Ebert, Roger Ebert