The First Wave
"Four months, New York City, 2020."
Released 5 years ago in 2021. The First Wave is a documentary/history film. directed by Matthew Heineman.
Starring Nathalie Dougé, Alexis Ellis, and Kellie Wunsch
Synopsis
When Covid-19 hit New York City in 2020, filmmaker Matthew Heineman gained unique access to one of New York’s hardest-hit hospital systems. The resulting film focuses on the doctors, nurses, and patients on the frontlines during the “first wave” from March to June 2020. Their distinct storylines each serve as a microcosm to understand how the city persevered through the worst pandemic in a century
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (29 votes)
Box Office
$60.5K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Nathalie Dougé
as Self
Alexis Ellis
as Self - Ahmed's Wife
Kellie Wunsch
as Self
Brussels Jabon
as Self
Naph Jabon
as Self - Brussels' Husband
Athens Garrote
as Self - Brussels' Sister
Andrew Cuomo
as Self (archive footage)
Michael Dowling
as Self
Al Sharpton
as Self (archive footage)
Karl Arabian
as Self
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $60,511
Production Companies
- National Geographic
- Our Time Projects
- Participant
- National Geographic Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Wave about?
When Covid-19 hit New York City in 2020, filmmaker Matthew Heineman gained unique access to one of New York’s hardest-hit hospital systems. The resulting film focuses on the doctors, nurses, and ...
Who directed The First Wave?
The First Wave was directed by Matthew Heineman.
How long is The First Wave?
The First Wave has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The First Wave released?
The First Wave was released on November 19, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Wave?
The main cast of The First Wave includes Nathalie Dougé, Alexis Ellis, Kellie Wunsch, Brussels Jabon, Naph Jabon.