A Christmas Tale (2008)

"The dilemma. The reunion"
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A Christmas Tale
StarringCatherine DeneuveJean-Paul RoussillonAnne Consigny
DirectorArnaud Desplechin
WritersArnaud Desplechin
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NR 2 hr 32 minMay 21st, 2008Drama, ComedyThe Paul Dédalus Collection PosterPart of The Paul Dédalus Collection
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Plot
When their regal matriarch falls ill, the troubled Vuillard family come together for a hesitant Christmastime reunion. Among them is rebellious ne'er-do-well Henri and the uptight Elizabeth. Together under the same roof for the first time in many years, their intricate, long denied resentments and yearnings emerge again.

The Paul Dédalus Movies

Films telling the life of Paul Dédalus, Desplechin's recurring character.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:May 21st, 2008
Movie Box Office Gross:$7,356,393 (Worldwide)
Original Language:French
Executive Producers:Martine Cassinelli
Production Companies:Why Not Productions, France 2 Cinéma, Wild Bunch, Bac Films
A Christmas Tale on the Web:Official Website
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