The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway
“The legendary life... the unforgettable adventure!”
Synopsis
Larger-than-life American author Ernest Hemingway is the subject of this biopic that chronicles the famous writer's life from childhood to his suicide at age 61. Haunted by various inner demons -- including his father's suicide -- Hemingway serves in World War I, marries four times, and finds creative support from Ezra Pound, Gertrude Stein and other expatriates living in 1920s Paris.
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Victor Garber
Ernest Hemingway
Joe Pesci
John Dos Passos
Bruno Ganz
Ezra Pound
Karen Black
Martha Gelhorn
Rom Anderson
Hadely Richardson
Gianni Cavina
Natoli
Arthur Denberg
Ted Brumback
Annie Girardot
Gertrude Stein
José Luis Gómez
Pablo Picasso
Cristina Hoyos
María Picasso
Erland Josephson
Clarence Hemingway
Phyllis Logan
Mary Welsh
Ángela Molina
La signora
Assumpta Serna
Agnes von Kurowsky
Ana Torrent
Carmen Ordóñez
Rita Tushingham
Alice Toklas
Mirjana Karanović
Željka Cvjetan
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José María Sánchez
- Screenplay & Story
- José María Sánchez
- Original Score
- Luis Bacalov
- Original Title
- The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway
- Country of Origin
- Spain, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Produzioni Cinematografiche C.E.P. S.r.l., Reteitalia, TVE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José María Sánchez
José María Sánchez, José Luis Castillo-Puche, Darryl Ponicsan, Francisco Ors
Luis Bacalov
Ned Vidakovich, Mario Vulpiani
Department Leadership Roster
José María Sánchez
Screenplay
José María Sánchez
Director
Ned Vidakovich
Director of Photography
Mario Vulpiani
Director of Photography
Luis Bacalov
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway
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What is The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway about?
Larger-than-life American author Ernest Hemingway is the subject of this biopic that chronicles the famous writer's life from childhood to his suicide at age 61. Haunted by various inner demons -- including his father's suicide -- Hemingway serves in World War I, marries four times, and finds creative support from Ezra Pound, Gertrude Stein and other expatriates living in 1920s Paris.
Who directed The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway?
The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway was directed by José María Sánchez.
Who stars in The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway?
The principal cast of The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway includes Victor Garber, Joe Pesci, Bruno Ganz, Karen Black, Rom Anderson.
When was The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway released and how long is it?
The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Legendary Life of Ernest Hemingway was composed by Luis Bacalov.