
The Tales of Hoffmann
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April 4, 1951
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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 Crew
Reginald Mills
Editor
Michael Powell
Writer
Michael Powell
Producer
Cast

Moira Shearer
Stella / Olympia

Ludmilla Tchérina
Giulietta

Pamela Brown
Niklaus

Léonide Massine
Spalanzani / Schlemil / Franz

Ann Ayars
Antonia