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Wrestling Ernest Hemingway (1993)

★ 7.0PG-13123 minDirector: Randa Haines

1993 American film

Wrestling Ernest Hemingway is a 1993 American romantic drama film written by Steve Conrad and directed by Randa Haines, starring Richard Harris, Robert Duvall, Sandra Bullock, Shirley MacLaine, and Piper Laurie. The film is about two elderly men in Florida who form a friendship and the romantic relationships they have with the women in their respective lives. Wrestling Ernest Hemingway garnered mixed reviews from critics, praising the performances but criticized the overly melodramatic and sentimental direction of the plot. It was also a box-office bomb, grossing $278,720 against a $20 million budget.

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What is Wrestling Ernest Hemingway about?
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway (1993) — Frank, a retired Irish seaman, and Walter, a retired Cuban barber, are two lonely old men trapped in the emptiness of their own lives. When they meet in a park Frank is able to start a conversation after several attempts. They begin to spend time together and become friends. But
Is Wrestling Ernest Hemingway based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Wrestling Ernest Hemingway scary?
Content rating: PG-13. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.