The Tales of Hoffmann
1951·Movie·
·2h 7min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in PA (flatrate)
About
You Will Never See Anything Finer On The Screen!
A young poet named Hoffman broods over his failed romances. First, his affair with the beautiful Olympia is shattered when he realizes that she is really a mechanical woman designed by a scientist. Next, he believes that a striking prostitute loves him, only to find out she was hired to fake her affections by the dastardly Dapertutto. Lastly, a magic spell claims the life of his final lover.
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Christopher Challis
Written by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Dennis Arundell
Produced by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
Composed by:
Jacques Offenbach
