Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.
Where to watch Ex Libris: The New York Public Library in United States
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Where is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library streaming around the world?
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|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy | — |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | — |
| Germany | filmingo, AVA VOBB, AVA HBZ | filmingo |
| France | Sooner, SFR Play | Canal VOD, Orange VOD, VIVA by videofutur |
| Japan | Hulu | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha | wavve, Google Play Movies |
About Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is a 2017 English-language documentary film directed by Frederick Wiseman. The cast is led by Richard Dawkins, Elvis Costello, Patti Smith. It has a runtime of 3h 25m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library was produced by Zipporah Films and Ex Libris Films and made in United States of America. It was released on September 13, 2017, and carries a 12A certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Release date
- September 13, 2017
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 12A
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Zipporah Films, Ex Libris Films
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library cast & crew
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
The cast features Richard Dawkins as Self, Elvis Costello as Self, Patti Smith as Self, Ta-Nehisi Coates as Self, and Edmund de Waal as Self.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by John Davey and it was produced by Frederick Wiseman and Karen Konicek.
Is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library worth watching?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 65 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 3h 25m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy documentary, Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
Richard Dawkins
Self
Elvis Costello
Self
Patti Smith
Self
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Self
Edmund de Waal
Self
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ex Libris: The New York Public Library in United States?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library on Kanopy?
Yes — Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library in?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is originally in English, with audio tracks including Mandarin, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library runs 3 hours 25 minutes (205 minutes).
▸What is Ex Libris: The New York Public Library rated?
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library is rated 12A. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 65 ratings.
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