A Woman's Tale
Synopsis
Uplifting and intimate look at the last days of an elderly cancer victim. The film is even more relevant as it was written specifically for the lead actress, Sheila Florance, who was in fact dying of cancer as she created what is essentially a self-portrait.
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A Woman's Tale - Paul Cox / Sheila Florance (Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-05-16
Top Cast
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Sheila Florance
Martha
Małgorzata Dobrowolska
Anna
Norman Kaye
Billy
Chris Haywood
Jonathan
Ernie Gray
Peter
Myrtle Woods
Miss Inchley
Bruce Myles
Con 1
Alex Menglet
Con 2
François Bernard
Neighbor
Monica Maughan
Max Gillies
Tony Llewellyn-Jones
Dawn Klingberg
Marina Finlay
Victoria Eagger
Marion Heathfield
Carla Hoogeveen
Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$393K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Cox
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Cox
- Original Score
- Paul Grabowsky
- Original Title
- A Woman's Tale
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Worldwide Gross
- $393K
- Production Studios
- Beyond Films, Orion Pictures, Australian Film Finance Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Cox
Paul Cox
Paul Grabowsky
Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Paul Cox, William T. Marshall
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Cox
Writer
Paul Cox
Director
Paul Cox
Producer
Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Director of Photography
Paul Grabowsky
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Woman's Tale
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Woman's Tale about?
Uplifting and intimate look at the last days of an elderly cancer victim. The film is even more relevant as it was written specifically for the lead actress, Sheila Florance, who was in fact dying of cancer as she created what is essentially a self-portrait.
Who directed A Woman's Tale?
A Woman's Tale was directed by Paul Cox.
Who stars in A Woman's Tale?
The principal cast of A Woman's Tale includes Sheila Florance, Małgorzata Dobrowolska, Norman Kaye, Chris Haywood, Ernie Gray.
When was A Woman's Tale released and how long is it?
A Woman's Tale was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
How much did A Woman's Tale make at the box office?
A Woman's Tale grossed $393K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Woman's Tale?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Woman's Tale was composed by Paul Grabowsky.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Woman's Tale?
A Woman's Tale holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).