The Tales of Hoffmann (1951)
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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Michael Powell
- Emeric Pressburger
Writing:
- Emeric Pressburger
- Michael Powell
Stars:
Release Date: 1951-04-04
7.1/10
7.1/10
- Country: GB
- Language: English
- Runtime: 127
Lindorf / Coppelius / Dapertutto / Dr. Miracle
Niklaus
Stella / Olympia
Giulietta
Spalanzani / Schlemil / Franz
Antonia
Kleinsach / Cochenille
Hoffmann
Crespel
