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Eli Eli

September 27, 1940 1h 28m

Originally released in 1940. Eli Eli is a drama film. directed by Joseph Seiden. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Max Badin, Esther Field, and Izidor Frankel

Synopsis

Mendel and Hannah Shapiro, an elderly Jewish couple who run a small farm in New Jersey, must get money to meet their mortgage payment to the bank by the next day to keep their farm. Mendel calls their children, Mollie, in Philadelphia, and Morris, in New York, to come right away. His neighbor Michel believes that most children do not properly care for their parents and insinuates that Mendel's children would not come to visit if they knew that their parents needed money. Mendel, however, assures Michel that children are the best investment one can make.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 27, 1940 85 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
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Language YI Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
YI

Production Companies

  • Cinema Service Corp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eli Eli about?

Mendel and Hannah Shapiro, an elderly Jewish couple who run a small farm in New Jersey, must get money to meet their mortgage payment to the bank by the next day to keep their farm. Mendel calls th...

Who directed Eli Eli?

Eli Eli was directed by Joseph Seiden.

How long is Eli Eli?

Eli Eli has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was Eli Eli released?

Eli Eli was released on September 27, 1940 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Eli Eli?

The main cast of Eli Eli includes Max Badin, Esther Field, Izidor Frankel, Lazar Freed, Eddie Friedlander.