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Tell It to the Bees

  • 20182018
  • TV-MATV-MA
  • 1h 48m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
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POPULARITY
4,470
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Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
In 1950s small town Britain, a doctor develops a relationship with her young patient's mother.
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In 1950s small town Britain, a doctor develops a relationship with her young patient's mother.In 1950s small town Britain, a doctor develops a relationship with her young patient's mother.In 1950s small town Britain, a doctor develops a relationship with her young patient's mother.
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
5K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
4,470
1,973
  • Director
    • Annabel Jankel
  • Writers
    • Henrietta Ashworth(screenplay by:)
    • Jessica Ashworth(screenplay by)
    • Fiona Shaw(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Billy Boyd(voice)
    • Gregor Selkirk
    • Anna Paquin
Top credits
  • Director
    • Annabel Jankel
  • Writers
    • Henrietta Ashworth(screenplay by:)
    • Jessica Ashworth(screenplay by)
    • Fiona Shaw(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Billy Boyd(voice)
    • Gregor Selkirk
    • Anna Paquin
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 43User reviews
    • 39Critic reviews
    • 50Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 6 nominations

    Videos2

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    Trailer 1:55
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    Tell It to the Bees
    Trailer 1:51
    Tell It to the Bees

    Photos121

    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Kate Dickie and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)
    Anna Paquin and Holliday Grainger in Tell It to the Bees (2018)

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    Billy Boyd
    Billy Boyd
    • Older Charlieas Older Charlie
    • (voice)
    Gregor Selkirk
    Gregor Selkirk
    • Charlie Weekesas Charlie Weekes
    Anna Paquin
    Anna Paquin
    • Dr. Jean Markhamas Dr. Jean Markham
    Euan Mason
    • Johnas John
    Holliday Grainger
    Holliday Grainger
    • Lydia Weekesas Lydia Weekes
    Lauren Lyle
    Lauren Lyle
    • Annie Stockas Annie Stock
    Kate Dickie
    Kate Dickie
    • Pam Stockas Pam Stock
    Lauren Annie Boyle
    • Chanting Girl #1as Chanting Girl #1
    • (as Lauren Boyle)
    Zara Howell
    • Chanting Girl #2as Chanting Girl #2
    Violet Fluendy
    • Chanting Girl #3as Chanting Girl #3
    Kaidon McGrath
    • Bullyas Bully
    Liam Meghan
    • Billyas Billy
    Joanne Gallagher
    Joanne Gallagher
    • Mrs. Bewickas Mrs. Bewick
    Joni Samson
    • Connieas Connie
    Isaac Jenkins
    • Tim Bewickas Tim Bewick
    Farah Samson
    • Irisas Iris
    Leo Hoyte-Egan
    • Georgeas George
    Emun Elliott
    Emun Elliott
    • Robert Weekesas Robert Weekes
    • Director
      • Annabel Jankel
    • Writers
      • Henrietta Ashworth(screenplay by:)
      • Jessica Ashworth(screenplay by)
      • Fiona Shaw(based on the novel by)
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Adapted from a novel by Fiona Shaw. However, the book's happy ending was changed to a more bittersweet ending in the movie.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Jean Markham: You should tell the bees your secrets. Then they won't fly away.

    • Connections
      References Heidi (1937)

    User reviews43

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    Well-acted, moving account of real issues...
    I'm a Conservative, Straight guy, but this movie tugged hard at my heartstrings. The acting of the three principal players was exceptional throughout the entire film. The storyline was completely believable and powerful. I don't want to say too much about the plot, but I really emphasized with the players. The love shown was real and palpable. That is significant.
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    • faaus72
    • May 28, 2019

    FAQ1

    • Why all the hype about her lesbianism? It has never been a crime in Britain.

    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 3, 2019 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Sweden
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Môi Hôn Ngọt Ngào
    • Production companies
      • Motion Picture Capital
      • BFI Film Fund
      • Creative Scotland
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    Box office

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    • Gross worldwide
      • $151,107
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 48 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby SR
      • D-Cinema 48kHz 5.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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