Cast and Crew of Tell It to the Bees

Tell It to the Bees

Tell It to the Bees follows Dr. Jean Markham, who returns to her small hometown to manage her late father's medical practice. There, she forms an unexpected friendship with a young boy named Charlie, whom she invites to share his secrets with her beehives — a comforting ritual from her own childhood. This bond eventually draws Charlie's mother, Lydia Weekes, into Jean’s life, exploring themes of love, acceptance, and healing in a tightly-knit community.

Trivia:
1. Anna Paquin, who plays Jean Markham, was deeply involved in portraying the emotional depth of a character navigating both professional responsibility and personal discovery, making it one of her standout dramatic roles.
2. The production paid special attention to authentically capturing the beekeeping aspect, with cast members undergoing basic beekeeping training to accurately depict their interactions with the hives.
3. The film highlights LGBT themes subtly woven into the narrative, which was notable for its sensitive portrayal during the period setting.

Main Cast of Tell It to the Bees

Anna Paquin as Jean Markham

Anna Paquin

Jean Markham
Holliday Grainger as Lydia Weekes

Holliday Grainger

Lydia Weekes
Emun Elliott as Robert Weekes

Emun Elliott

Robert Weekes

Crew of Tell It to the Bees

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