The Tales of Hoffmann
“You Will Never See Anything Finer On The Screen!”
Synopsis
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.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2015-02-23
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Moira Shearer
Stella / Olympia
Ludmilla Tchérina
Giulietta
Pamela Brown
Niklaus
Léonide Massine
Spalanzani / Schlemil / Franz
Ann Ayars
Antonia
Robert Helpmann
Lindorf / Coppelius / Dapertutto / Dr. Miracle
Frederick Ashton
Kleinsach / Cochenille
Robert Rounseville
Hoffmann
Mogens Wieth
Crespel
Lionel Harris
Pitichinaccio
Philip Leaver
Andrés
Meinhart Maur
Luther
Edmond Audran
Partner to Stella in Dragonfly Ballet
Sir Thomas Beecham
Self - Conductor (uncredited)
Alan Carter
Casher (Act 1) (uncredited)
Elizabeth Christie
Corps de Ballet (uncredited)
John Ford
Nathanaël (uncredited)
Richard Golding
Hermann - Prologue and Epilogue (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 4, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 14, 2005
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.5M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Dennis Arundell, Jules Barbier, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Michel Carré
- Original Score
- Jacques Offenbach
- Original Title
- The Tales of Hoffmann
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.5M
- Production Studios
- Vega Film Productions, The Archers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Dennis Arundell, Jules Barbier, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Michel Carré
Jacques Offenbach
Christopher Challis
Reginald Mills
Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Powell
Director
Emeric Pressburger
Director
Michael Powell
Writer
Emeric Pressburger
Writer
Emeric Pressburger
Producer
Michael Powell
Producer
Reginald Mills
Editor
Jacques Offenbach
Original Music Composer
Christopher Challis
Director of Photography
Hein Heckroth
Production Design
Ivy Baker
Costume Design
Hein Heckroth
Costume Design
Dennis Arundell
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tales of Hoffmann
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What is The Tales of Hoffmann 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 directed The Tales of Hoffmann?
The Tales of Hoffmann was directed by Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger.
Who stars in The Tales of Hoffmann?
The principal cast of The Tales of Hoffmann includes Moira Shearer, Ludmilla Tchérina, Pamela Brown, Léonide Massine, Ann Ayars.
When was The Tales of Hoffmann released and how long is it?
The Tales of Hoffmann was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
How much did The Tales of Hoffmann make at the box office?
The Tales of Hoffmann grossed $2.5M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Tales of Hoffmann?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Tales of Hoffmann was composed by Jacques Offenbach.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Tales of Hoffmann?
The Tales of Hoffmann holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).