
The Thirteenth Tale
Directed by James Kent
Produced by Dayday Films, Heyday Films
A gothic literary mystery that interweaves two women's buried family secrets, unfolding slowly in an isolated mansion with melancholic introspection.
Biographer Margaret Lea travels to the isolated rural mansion of the famous writer Vida Winter, who asks her to write her biography. Although initially she is reluctant, as Vida is known for constantly distorting the facts of her life, Margaret soon becomes fascinated with the story of a dark childhood, a disturbing tale that leads her to finally confront the traumas of her own past.
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Is The Thirteenth Tale sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is The Thirteenth Tale violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is The Thirteenth Tale scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does The Thirteenth Tale end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Thirteenth Tale easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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