Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
Synopsis
A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.
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EX LIBRIS - The New York Public LibraryOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-08-28
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 13, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 26, 2018
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$198K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick Wiseman
- Original Title
- Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 3h 25m
- Worldwide Gross
- $198K
- Production Studios
- Zipporah Films, Ex Libris Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman
John Davey
Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman, Karen Konicek
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Frederick Wiseman
Director
Frederick Wiseman
Editor
Frederick Wiseman
Producer
John Davey
Director of Photography
Frederick Wiseman
Writer
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International Certification Matrix
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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What is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library about?
A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.
Who directed Ex Libris: The New York Public Library?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
Who stars in Ex Libris: The New York Public Library?
The principal cast of Ex Libris: The New York Public Library includes Richard Dawkins, Elvis Costello, Patti Smith, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Edmund de Waal.
When was Ex Libris: The New York Public Library released and how long is it?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 3h 25m.
How much did Ex Libris: The New York Public Library make at the box office?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library grossed $198K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ex Libris: The New York Public Library?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library holds official age classifications: GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).