Ernest & Celestine - Characters & Cast

Initially hunger and survival; later, the desire to protect Celestine and live freely as a musician.

Starts as a grumpy, starving loner motivated only by food. Through Celestine's influence, he taps into his paternal instincts and artistic passion, transforming from a 'wild beast' into a loving protector.

To draw, to express herself, and to find a kindred spirit who understands her art.

Begins as an orphan stifled by her society's expectations. She courageously breaks taboos to prove that bears and mice can be friends, eventually challenging the highest courts of law to defend her truth.

Maintaining order through fear and tradition.

Remains a static symbol of the old guard. She perpetuates the cycle of fear by terrifying the mouse children with stories of the 'Big Bad Bear'.