A Christmas Tale (2008)

Cast

• Catherine Deneuve - Junon
• Jean-Paul Roussillon - Abel
• Anne Consigny - Elisabeth
• Mathieu Amalric - Henri
• Chiara Mastroianni - Sylvia
• Melvil Poupaud - Ivan
• Emmanuelle Devos - Faunia
• Hippolyte Girardot - Claude Dédalus
• Laurent Capelluto - Simon
• Émile Berling - Paul Dédalus

Screenplay

• Emmanuel Bourdieu
• Arnaud Desplechin

Themes

Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Addiction and Recovery, Mental Health and Inner Struggle

Keywords

christmas party, family secrets, dysfunctional family, alcoholism, banishment, transplant, mental illness, bone marrow transplant, christmas

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Christmas Tale about?

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.

Who directed A Christmas Tale?

A Christmas Tale was directed by Arnaud Desplechin.

Who stars in A Christmas Tale?

A Christmas Tale stars Catherine Deneuve, Jean-Paul Roussillon, Anne Consigny, Mathieu Amalric, Chiara Mastroianni, Melvil Poupaud.

How long is A Christmas Tale?

A Christmas Tale has a runtime of 2h 32m (152 minutes).

What genre is A Christmas Tale?

A Christmas Tale is a Comedy, Drama film.

How much did A Christmas Tale gross?

A Christmas Tale grossed $7M worldwide.

Where was A Christmas Tale produced?

A Christmas Tale was produced in France.

What are the themes of A Christmas Tale?

The themes of A Christmas Tale include: Estranged Father's Letter and Fate, Addiction and Recovery, Mental Health and Inner Struggle.