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.
Editor's Verdict
"The film, 'The Tales of Hoffmann,' is an opera adaptation focusing on romance, fantasy, and tragedy across various settings (Venice, a carnival). There is no indication in the plot summary or genre that the narrative has any meaningful connection to the Christmas season, themes, or iconography."
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Cast & Crew
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
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