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Tale of Tales

Seen it?

2015 | 134 min | Romance, Fantasy, Horror

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics, horror fans and fantasy fans. If you loved Ginger Snaps or Leviticus, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary, warm and romantic.
The pace
Moves along nicely, at 2 hr 14 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 72 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    1 win and 0 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $15 million worldwide on a $12 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 264K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Matteo Garrone

  • Salma Hayek PinaultQueen of Longtrellis
  • Vincent CasselKing of Strongcliff
  • Toby JonesKing of Highhills
  • Shirley HendersonImma
  • Hayley CarmichaelDora
  • Bebe CaveViolet
  • Stacy MartinYoung Dora
  • Christian LeesElias
  • Jonah LeesJonah
  • Guillaume DelaunayOgre