The Beans of Egypt, Maine (1994)

Reuben is a drinker and brawler who runs afoul of the law and lands a long prison term. He leaves behind Roberta (Kelly Lynch), his wife and mother of nine. Also part of the extended family is Beal (Patrick McGaw), who becomes Roberta's sometime lover and possesses the famous Bean short fuse. All this is observed by Earlene (Martha Plimpton), a neighbor under the thumb of a strict religious father. Her dad warns her against any contact, but, despite the Beans' crude ways, the young woman is drawn to them. Their earthiness, directness, and unity stand in sharp contrast to her oppressive family life.

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Summary Details
Domestic DistributorIRS Media
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Domestic Opening$5,263
Earliest Release DateNovember 23, 1994 (Domestic)
MPAAR
Running Time1 hr 39 min
GenresDrama
FilmmakersRole
Jennifer Warren Director
Carolyn Chute Writer
Bill Phillips Writer
Rosilyn Heller Producer
Peter Manning Robinson Composer
Stevan Larner Cinematographer
Paul Dixon Editor
Rondi Tucker Production Designer
CastRole
Martha Plimpton
Earlene
Kelly Lynch
Roberta/Reuben's Wife
Rutger Hauer
Reuben/Roberta's Husband
Patrick McGaw
Beal/Reuben's Nephew