Tetro movie poster

Tetro

"Every family has a secret."

June 11, 2009 2h 7m 6.7/10 (200 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Tetro is a drama film. directed by Francis Ford Coppola. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Vincent Gallo, Alden Ehrenreich, and Maribel Verdú

Synopsis

In Buenos Aires, 17-year-old Bennie seeks out his estranged brother Tetro, a once-promising writer haunted by their family’s past. As Bennie uncovers Tetro’s hidden manuscript, old secrets and rivalries resurface, forcing both men to confront the truth about their father and the tangled legacy that tore their family apart.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 11, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 2h 7m 127 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (200 votes)
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Budget $15M Production budget
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Box Office $2.9M 0.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$2,852,915

Production Companies

  • American Zoetrope
  • Zoetropa Argentina
  • Tornasol Media
  • BiM Distribuzione
  • Castafiore Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tetro about?

In Buenos Aires, 17-year-old Bennie seeks out his estranged brother Tetro, a once-promising writer haunted by their family’s past. As Bennie uncovers Tetro’s hidden manuscript, old secrets and ...

Who directed Tetro?

Tetro was directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

How long is Tetro?

Tetro has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).

When was Tetro released?

Tetro was released on June 11, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Tetro?

The main cast of Tetro includes Vincent Gallo, Alden Ehrenreich, Maribel Verdú, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Silvia Pérez.

Is Tetro worth watching?

Tetro has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 200 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.