Release Date
November 11, 2005 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
April 4, 2006 (Buy on Amazon)
Director
Scott McGehee, David Siegel
Writer
Naomi Foner Gyllenhaal
Cast
Richard Gere, Juliette Binoche, Flora Cross, Max Minghella, Kate Bosworth
Studio
Running Time
104 minutes
MPA Rating
Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, a scene of sensuality and brief strong language
What is Bee Season about?
Eliza Naumann (Flora Cross) has no reason to believe she is anything but ordinary. Her father Saul (Richard Gere), a beloved university professor, dotes on her talented elder brother Aaron (Max Minghella). Her scientist mother, Miriam (Juliette Binoche), seems consumed by her career. When a spelling bee threatens to reaffirm her mediocrity, Eliza amazes everyone: she wins. Her newfound gift garners an invitation not only to the national competition, but an entrĂ©e into the world... Full synopsis »
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