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The Canterbury Tales (1972)
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Glimpses of Chaucer penning his famous work are sprinkled through this re-enactment of several of his stories.
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyLight and lively
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forlight laughs and easy entertainment
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weight
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Best suited for17
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Mature themes• Serious themes
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Viewer insight The Canterbury Tales is a 1972 film in the Comedy / History category from France, Italy. Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini. Starring Hugh Griffith and Laura Betti. Runtime: about 111 minutes. Original language: Italian. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 6.1/10.
Genre: Comedy / History, Released in 1972, Original language: Italian, Production: France, Italy, Runtime: about 111 minutes, Starring Hugh Griffith and Laura Betti.
Runtime
111 min
Original language
Italian
Country of origin
France, Italy
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Hugh Griffith
Sir January
Laura Betti
The Wife from Bath
Ninetto Davoli
Perkin
Franco Citti
Devil
Josephine Chaplin
May
Alan Webb
Old Man
Pier Paolo Pasolini
Geoffrey Chaucer
Vernon Dobtcheff
The Franklin
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Jenny Runacre
Alison
Adrian Street
Fighter
Derek Deadman
The Pardoner
Nicholas Smith
Friar
Orla Pederson
Pilgrim
J.P. Van Dyne
The Cook
Director: Pier Paolo Pasolini
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1What is movie The Canterbury Tales (1972)?
It is a movie released in 1972 within the Comedy, History, Drama category.
2What is the story of The Canterbury Tales?
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4What is the rating of The Canterbury Tales?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.1/10 based on 234 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Canterbury Tales?
Its runtime is about 111 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Canterbury Tales best suited for?
A light watch that aims for easy entertainment, familiar rhythm, and moments that are simple to follow.
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