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Wrestling Ernest Hemingway

“...and other lies your friends let you get away with.”

1993 · 2 h 3 min
Directed by Randa Haines · USA · American Independent Cinema
Drama

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Cast

Robert Duvall Richard Harris Shirley MacLaine Sandra Bullock Micole Mercurio Marty Belafsky

Credits

Written by: Steve Conrad

Plot

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.

Sinekatalog’s take

Two lonely old men, a retired seaman and a retired barber, strike up an unlikely friendship in a park. The film is gentle, poignant and drawn from small gestures. A tender study of aging and companionship for viewers who like quiet two-handers.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 7.0 / 10 (3,572 votes)
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