Wrestling Ernest Hemingway (1993)
PG-13 2h 3m 6.0/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Randa Haines
Cast: Robert Duvall, Richard Harris, Shirley MacLaine, Sandra Bullock, Marty Belafsky
Content Warnings
Mental Health & Emotional
Grief / bereavement (major focus) Terminal illness
Other
War / combat (referenced)
Substance Use
Alcohol abuse (depicted)
Where to Watch
Rent / Buy
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