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Ethel & Ernest

PG1h 34m2016Roger Mainwood
IMDb: 7.7/10Rotten: 97%Metacritic: 72/100
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"Forty years of change. One enduring love."

This hand drawn animated film, based on the award winning graphic novel by Raymond Briggs, is an intimate and affectionate depiction of the life and times of his parents, two ordinary Londoners living through extraordinary events.

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London, EnglandMarried CoupleBased On True StoryAdult AnimationIllustration

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ethel & Ernest (2016) about?

This hand drawn animated film, based on the award winning graphic novel by Raymond Briggs, is an intimate and affectionate depiction of the life and times of his parents, two ordinary Londoners living through extraordinary events.

Who stars in Ethel & Ernest?

Ethel & Ernest stars Jim Broadbent (Ernest Briggs (voice)), Brenda Blethyn (Ethel Briggs (voice)), Luke Treadaway (Raymond Briggs (voice)), Roger Allam (Middle Aged Doctor (voice)), Virginia McKenna (Lady of the House (voice)). The film was directed by Roger Mainwood.

How long is Ethel & Ernest?

Ethel & Ernest has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2016. It is rated PG.

Is Ethel & Ernest worth watching?

Ethel & Ernest holds an IMDb rating of 7.7/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 97. Fans of Animation, Drama, War are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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