Tarnation (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2003, Tarnation is a drama and documentary film directed by Jonathan Caouette, running about 91 minutes. “Your greatest creation is the life you lead” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmmaker Jonathan Caouette's documentary on growing up with his schizophrenic mother -- a mixture of snapshots, Super-8, answering machine messages, video diaries, early short films, and more -- culled from 19 years of his life.
Who’s in it. Tarnation stars Renee Leblanc as Herself, Adolph Davis as Himself, Jonathan Caouette as Himself and Rosemary Davis as Herself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Tarnation has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tarnation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tarnation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tarnation (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tarnation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tarnation worth watching?
- Tarnation holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tarnation?
- Tarnation stars Renee Leblanc, Adolph Davis, Jonathan Caouette, Rosemary Davis and David Sanin Paz.
- When was Tarnation released?
- Tarnation was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.