Tell Me a Riddle
“A love story that became a marriage that became a love story.”
Synopsis
Aging couple David and Eva have lost the spark that once infused their marriage. After nearly four decades together, the elderly duo is feel disconnected and lost. When they discover that Eva is sick, they decide to travel across the country to stay with their granddaughter in San Francisco. On the trip, with Eva's possible death looming, the couple rediscovers the passion and love that had been missing from their lives.
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Tell Me A Riddle (4K Restoration Re-Release Trailer | Lee Grant)
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Jewish Film Festival, Moscow
Festival / Special Debut
December 15, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee Grant
- Screenplay & Story
- Joyce Eliason, Alev Lytle
- Original Title
- Tell Me a Riddle
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Godmother Productions, Filmways Pictures, American Playhouse
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Grant
Joyce Eliason, Alev Lytle, Tillie Olsen
Fred Murphy
Suzanne Pettit
Mindy Affrime, Rachel Lyon, Susan O'Connell
Department Leadership Roster
Joyce Eliason
Screenplay
Alev Lytle
Screenplay
Lee Grant
Director
Mindy Affrime
Producer
Suzanne Pettit
Editor
Rachel Lyon
Producer
Patrizia von Brandenstein
Production Design
Susan O'Connell
Producer
Fred Murphy
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Tell Me a Riddle about?
Aging couple David and Eva have lost the spark that once infused their marriage. After nearly four decades together, the elderly duo is feel disconnected and lost. When they discover that Eva is sick, they decide to travel across the country to stay with their granddaughter in San Francisco. On the trip, with Eva's possible death looming, the couple rediscovers the passion and love that had been missing from their lives.
Who directed Tell Me a Riddle?
Tell Me a Riddle was directed by Lee Grant.
Who stars in Tell Me a Riddle?
The principal cast of Tell Me a Riddle includes Melvyn Douglas, Lila Kedrova, Brooke Adams, Dolores Dorn, Bob Elross.
When was Tell Me a Riddle released and how long is it?
Tell Me a Riddle was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Is Tell Me a Riddle based on a book or true story?
Tell Me a Riddle is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Tillie Olsen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tell Me a Riddle?
Tell Me a Riddle holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).