Sawdust Tales (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1997, Sawdust Tales is a notable film directed by Barış Pirhasan, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Sawdust Tales is a whimsical and timeless parable on survival in hard times and the force of a first love against all odds. In a timeless no-mans land scarred by social decay and imminent war, a circus troupe awaits the arrival of the mysterious Rupert who is to deliver them from danger into a better world. The old and wise tightrope master keeps a watchful, loving eye on his young apprentice who, to his concern, could be drafted into the army at any moment. To make matters worse, the boy falls in love with a mermaid...
Who’s in it. Sawdust Tales stars Hugh O'Conor as Isaac, Károly Eperjes as Abib, Julia Brendler as Mermaid and Haluk Bilginer as Aaron, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Sawdust Tales has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sawdust Tales page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sawdust Tales (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sawdust Tales change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sawdust Tales worth watching?
- Sawdust Tales holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sawdust Tales?
- Sawdust Tales stars Hugh O'Conor, Károly Eperjes, Julia Brendler, Haluk Bilginer and Meltem Cumbul.
- When was Sawdust Tales released?
- Sawdust Tales was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.