Wrestling Ernest Hemingway

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.

Main Cast

Robert Duvall

Walter

Richard Harris

Frank

Shirley MacLaine

Helen Cooney

Sandra Bullock

Elaine

Marty Belafsky

Ned Ryan

Piper Laurie

Georgia

Micole Mercurio

Bernice

Adam Arkin

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