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The Tales of Hoffmann

NR19512h 7mMichael Powell,Emeric Pressburger
IMDb 7.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 85%

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"You Will Never See Anything Finer On The Screen!"

A melancholy poet reflects on three women he loved and lost in the past: a mechanical performing doll, a Venetian courtesan, and the consumptive daughter of a celebrated composer.

MusicFantasyDrama
OperaMusicalSurrealismBased On Play Or MusicalAnthologyBalletAutomatonSopranoPrima Ballerina

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Tales of Hoffmann (1951) about?

A melancholy poet reflects on three women he loved and lost in the past: a mechanical performing doll, a Venetian courtesan, and the consumptive daughter of a celebrated composer.

Who stars in The Tales of Hoffmann?

The Tales of Hoffmann stars Moira Shearer (Stella / Olympia), Ludmilla Tchérina (Giulietta), Pamela Brown (Niklaus), Léonide Massine (Spalanzani / Schlemil / Franz), Ann Ayars (Antonia). The film was directed by Michael Powell.

How long is The Tales of Hoffmann?

The Tales of Hoffmann has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1951. It is rated NR.

Is The Tales of Hoffmann worth watching?

The Tales of Hoffmann holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 85. Fans of Music, Fantasy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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