Wrestling Ernest Hemingway
“...and other lies your friends let you get away with.”
Synopsis
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 because of their different characters they often quarrel with each other and finally seperate after Frank misbehaves to Walter's friend Elaine.
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Wrestling Ernest Hemingway - Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-03-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 1, 1994
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$279K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Randa Haines
- Screenplay & Story
- Steven Conrad
- Original Score
- Michael Convertino
- Original Title
- Wrestling Ernest Hemingway
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Georgian
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Worldwide Gross
- $279K
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Randa Haines
Steven Conrad
Michael Convertino
Lajos Koltai
Paul Hirsch
Joe Wizan, Todd Black
Department Leadership Roster
Randa Haines
Director
Steven Conrad
Writer
Joe Wizan
Producer
Michael Convertino
Original Music Composer
Waldemar Kalinowski
Production Design
Todd Black
Producer
Lajos Koltai
Director of Photography
Joe I. Tompkins
Costume Design
Paul Hirsch
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wrestling Ernest Hemingway
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What is Wrestling Ernest Hemingway about?
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 because of their different characters they often quarrel with each other and finally seperate after Frank misbehaves to Walter's friend Elaine.
Who directed Wrestling Ernest Hemingway?
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway was directed by Randa Haines.
Who stars in Wrestling Ernest Hemingway?
The principal cast of Wrestling Ernest Hemingway includes Robert Duvall, Richard Harris, Shirley MacLaine, Sandra Bullock, Marty Belafsky.
When was Wrestling Ernest Hemingway released and how long is it?
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
How much did Wrestling Ernest Hemingway make at the box office?
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway grossed $279K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Wrestling Ernest Hemingway?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wrestling Ernest Hemingway was composed by Michael Convertino.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wrestling Ernest Hemingway?
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).