About Tell It to the Bees

"Tell It to the Bees" is a captivating movie released in 2019. At the heart of the movie is a passionate love story, set in a small town in Britain, in the 1950s. Lydia, a single mother, becomes friends with Dr.Jean Markham as Jean returns home to take over her father's medical practice. Their relationship further develops into a secret romance with societal norms and prejudices of the period making life difficult for them.

Making / Production

This movie is based on a novel of the same name by Fiona Shaw. The story was brought to life by director Annabel Jankel and writers Henrietta and Jessica Ashworth with a depth of emotion that engages the viewer throughout. The poetic and symbolic connotations of the bees was beautifully translated from book to screen.

Actors

• Holliday Grainger as Lydia - With an excellent portrayal of vulnerability and strength, Holliday Grainger embodies her character Lydia to the fullest.
• Anna Paquin as Dr. Jean Markham - Paquin showcases a strong yet sensitive portrayal of Dr. Markham, a woman navigating societal biases, professional challenges and personal relationships.
• Gregor Selkirk as Charlie - As Lydia's young son who forms a unique bond with the bees, Selkirk gives a convincing and authentic performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Filming was conducted in Stirling, Scotland according to IMDb.
• This movie is derived from Fiona Shaw's first novel published in 2009.
• The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018 prior to its 2019 general release.

Awards

"Tell It to the Bees" didn't bag any awards but it was nominated for the 'Best Feature Film' in the BAFTA Scotland awards 2019.

Quotes

• "Bees have five eyes, you know. Two big ones at the front, and three smaller ones on top."
• "I am not running away. I've come home to do something I should have done a very long time ago."

Music / Soundtrack

• "Tell It to the Bees" by Claire M Singer
• "End of Summer" by Claire M Singer
• "Jean's Childhood" by Claire M Singer