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The Tale · LeviOsa

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Our past is always present.

DramaMystery1h 55m

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99%

Tomatometer

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82%

Popcornmeter

7.1

TMDB

Storyline

An investigation into one woman’s memory as she‘s forced to re-examine her first sexual relationship and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive.

Trailers

2 videos

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U.S. Dramatic Compeition: The Tale

U.S. Dramatic Compeition: The Tale

Details

DirectorJennifer Fox

ReleasedJan 20, 2018

StatusReleased

Original languageEnglish

Budget

Not disclosed

Revenue

Not disclosed

Parental guideRUS

Studios

WeatherVane ProductionsBlackbird Films

One Two FilmsA Luminous Mind ProductionUntitled Entertainment

Gamechanger Films

Cast

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Jennifer

Isabelle Nélisse

Isabelle Nélisse

Jenny (13 Years)

Elizabeth Debicki

Elizabeth Debicki

Mrs. G

Jason Ritter

Jason Ritter

Bill

Frances Conroy

Frances Conroy

Jane Graham

John Heard

John Heard

William P. Allens

Ellen Burstyn

Ellen Burstyn

Nettie

Laura Allen

Laura Allen

Young Nettie

Matthew Rauch

Matthew Rauch

Aaron

Jessica Sarah Flaum

Jessica Sarah Flaum

Jenny (15 Years)

Common

Common

Martin

Jodi Long

Jodi Long

Rebecca

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Where to watch(NG)

Stream

HBO Max Amazon Channel

HBO Max

Rent / Buy

Amazon Video

Google Play Movies

YouTube

Fandango At Home

Reviews

9 reviews · 7 critics · 1 fan

8 fresh · 0 rotten

Critics consensus

“The Tale handles its extraordinarily challenging subject matter with sensitivity, grace, and the power of some standout performances led by a remarkable Laura Dern.”

99% TomatometerRotten Tomatoes

H

Hannah Strong

RTLittle White LiesDec 19, 2018

Jennifer Fox's autobiographical debut makes for harrowing but essential viewing.

R

Robert Daniels

RT812filmreviewsAug 27, 2018

For Fox, and for all of us, The Tale is a spot in time worth finding.

V

Verne Gay

RTNewsdayAug 23, 2018

Jenny's reluctance to stare down the horror gives "The Tale" an ineluctable psychological power.

R

Robert Roten

RTLaramie Movie ScopeFeb 18, 2023

Laura Dern, Common, Isabelle Nélisse, Burstyn, Debicki and Ritter all give strong, convincing, performances in this film, creating these strong relationships between these diverse characters. This is a powerful drama, well written, directed and acted.

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Information

Title

The Tale

Released

Jan 20, 2018

Rated

R

Region of Origin

Germany, United States of America

Original Audio

English

Runtime

1h 55m

Status

Released

Studios

WeatherVane Productions, Blackbird Films

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