Tale of Cinema
2005, Korean. Directed by Hong Sang-soo.
In Seoul, a suicidal student meets a young woman who decides to join him in his fatal gesture. Dongsoo, an unsuccessful filmmaker, spots a beautiful young woman, who happens to be the lead actress in the film he has just seen. Their stories will cross paths thanks to their love for cinema.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Tale of Cinema
Tale of Cinema is streaming on MUBI in India.
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Cast & crew
- Hong Sang-sooDirector
- Kim Sang-kyungKim Dongsoo
- Uhm Ji-wonChoi Youngsil
- Lee Ki-wooJun Sangwon
- Son SookTheater Actress
- Lee Kyung-jinSangwon's Mother
- Kim Myung-sooLee Hyungsoo
- Cho Han-chulSangwon's Older Brother
- Choi Mu-sungGyeongsang Province PD
- Lee Seung-ahNurse
- Kim Ji-inSister
- Chu Eun-kyeongStreet Troupe
- Min YoungFemale Alumni 1
Details
- Released
- 27 May 2005
- Original title
- 극장전
- Country
- South Korea, France
- Written by
- Hong Sang-soo
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Tale of Cinema: quick answers
Is Tale of Cinema worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tale of Cinema?
Tale of Cinema runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Tale of Cinema have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tale of Cinema. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tale of Cinema parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Tale of Cinema yet.
Which OTT platform is Tale of Cinema on?
Tale of Cinema is streaming on MUBI in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tale of Cinema?
If you liked Tale of Cinema, try The Day He Arrives, High Society, I'm Thinking of Ending Things.
Who directed Tale of Cinema?
Tale of Cinema (2005) was directed by Hong Sang-soo and stars Kim Sang-kyung, Uhm Ji-won, Lee Ki-woo.