Movie Description
In 1954, U.S. Marshal Edward "Teddy" Daniels and his new partner Chuck Aule travel to Ashecliffe Hospital for the Criminally Insane on the inhospitable Shutter Island, Boston Harbor, to investigate the disappearance of Rachel Solando, a patient of the hospital who had previously drowned her three children.
Movie Facts
- Shutter Island might be a work of fiction, but its setting was inspired by a real place. The filmmakers drew inspiration from the abandoned Medfield State Hospital in Massachusetts
- Leonardo DiCaprio is known for his dedication to his roles, and Shutter Island was no exception. He prepared for his character by studying mental illnesses and even consulted with real mental health professionals to better understand his role.
| Actors | Role |
|---|---|
| Leonardo DiCaprio | Teddy Daniels |
| Mark Ruffalo | Chuck Aule |
| Michelle Williams | Dolores Chanal |