Wrestling with Alligators
"At the end of an era, her life was just beginning."
Originally released in 1998. Wrestling with Alligators is a drama film. directed by Laurie Weltz.
Starring Joely Richardson, Claire Bloom, and Aleksa Palladino
Synopsis
All that Maddy Hawkins has ever wanted was a family she could call her own. Even in 1959, the simplest things are difficult to find...Maddy, a street-wise teenage runaway, believes she has created this family with the women who live with her in an East Coast woman-only rooming house: Lulu, an eccentric silent-screen star; Claire, a beautiful, widowed French war bride; and Mary, a young artist.But as Maddy watches her newfound family fall apart, she begins to realize that some things in life are worth fighting for, and that the bonds of true friendship are the strongest bonds of all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 18, 1998
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Portman Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrestling with Alligators about?
All that Maddy Hawkins has ever wanted was a family she could call her own. Even in 1959, the simplest things are difficult to find...Maddy, a street-wise teenage runaway, believes she has created ...
Who directed Wrestling with Alligators?
Wrestling with Alligators was directed by Laurie Weltz.
How long is Wrestling with Alligators?
Wrestling with Alligators has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Wrestling with Alligators released?
Wrestling with Alligators was released on January 18, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wrestling with Alligators?
The main cast of Wrestling with Alligators includes Joely Richardson, Claire Bloom, Aleksa Palladino, Adrienne Shelly, Sam Trammell.