Tale of Tales

Tale of Tales

Desire. Envy. Obsession.

Directed by Matteo Garrone

Produced by Archimede, Le Pacte

2015134 min6.4 / 10

A darkly surreal, visually sumptuous fairy tale that weaves three interconnected stories of desire and obsession into a meditation on the corrupting nature of want.

The Queen of Selvascura risks everything to be a mother; the King of Roccaforte falls in love with the voice of a mysterious girl; the King of Altomonte becomes obsessed with a flea and neglects his daughter.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Tale of Tales sad? Yes, very. More sad than 92% of films.

  • Is Tale of Tales one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 87% of films.

  • Does Tale of Tales end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.

  • Is Tale of Tales violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.

  • Is Tale of Tales scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.

  • Is Tale of Tales easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

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45/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity91

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise17

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love40

How much audiences actually like it

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