The Tales of Hoffmann
First aired on Apr 4, 1951
70%
Genres: Music, Fantasy, Romance
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.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
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
Featured Crew
Michael Powell | Director
Emeric Pressburger | Director
Michael Powell | Writer
Emeric Pressburger | Writer
Emeric Pressburger | Producer
Michael Powell | Producer
