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Esther Kahn 2002

In 19th-century London's vibrant East End, Esther Kahn (Summer Phoenix) is born into a humble family of Jewish immigrants, where rag trade toils fuel their struggles. As she finds solace in theater's magic, her on-stage journey transforms her offstage life, revealing the power of self-discovery and passion amidst the city's gritty reality.

In 19th-century London's vibrant East End, Esther Kahn (Summer Phoenix) is born into a humble family of Jewish immigrants, where rag trade toils fuel their struggles. As she finds solace in theater's magic, her on-stage journey transforms her offstage life, revealing the power of self-discovery and passion amidst the city's gritty reality.

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Esther Kahn does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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46

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54%

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63%

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IMDb

6.7 /10

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