Tell It Like a Woman (2023): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Tell It Like a Woman is a 2023 action drama directed by Catherine Hardwicke and Lucía Puenzo, starring Marcia Gay Harden as Dr. Partovi, Jennifer Hudson and Eva Longoria. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $12,765 worldwide on a $7 million budget. It holds 41% on TMDB.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Directors
- Catherine Hardwicke , Lucía Puenzo and Leena Yadav
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Samuel Goldwyn Films
- Budget
- $7M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Tell It Like a Woman About?
The premise of Tell It Like a Woman without spoilers.
Seven women from different backgrounds share their stories of courage and perseverance in this anthology film. The interwoven narratives explore a range of experiences, from intense action sequences to deeply moving dramatic moments and laugh-out-loud comedic situations. Each story highlights the strength and resilience of the women as they face adversity, offering inspiration and demonstrating their personal growth as they overcome obstacles and embrace their true selves.
Tell It Like a Woman Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- title directed by female
- anthology
Tell It Like a Woman Cast & Characters
Marcia Gay Harden leads the cast as Dr. Partovi, with Jennifer Hudson as Pepcy, Kim and Eva Longoria as Ana. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke, Lucía Puenzo and Leena Yadav; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Catherine Hardwicke - Co-director Lucía Puenzo
- Co-director Leena Yadav
- Co-director Maria Sole Tognazzi
- Co-director Mipo Oh
- Co-director Silvia Carobbio
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Marcia Gay Harden as Dr. Partovi -
Jennifer Hudson as Pepcy, Kim -
Eva Longoria as Ana -
Leonor Varela as Tala
Also Starring in Tell It Like a Woman
· 6 more- Jacqueline Fernandez Divya
- Cara Delevingne Validation
- Pauletta Washington Laurie Traynor
- Danielle Pinnock Debra
- Nate' Jones Evelyn
- Alex Bentley
More from the Directors of Tell It Like a Woman
More films directed by the directors of Tell It Like a Woman, best-rated first: Prisoner's Daughter, Thirteen, Parched and XXY.
Tell It Like a Woman Reviews & Ratings
Tell It Like a Woman holds 41% on TMDB. Our Echo Score gives it 28/100, strongest in character & emotion (35) and weakest in story & flow (25).
Tell It Like a Woman Echo Score Breakdown
Tell It Like a Woman struggles to coalesce its anthology of shorts into a compelling cinematic experience. The anthology is marked by uneven direction and editing, with frequent technical flaws and occasional flashes of visual appeal. Performances range from standout moments by Jennifer Hudson to broadly shallow and choppy portrayals, while the narratives are often simplistic and disjointed. Although a few shorts offer modest emotional resonance, the overall package feels fragmented, limiting its lasting appeal and replay value.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
The film’s art and craft are generally subpar, with amateurish editing and low-budget cinematography that undermine its visual credibility. Critics note poor CGI, inconsistent lighting, and occasional jarring audio dubbing, suggesting a lack of polished production design. While one short showcases beautiful cinematography and a resonant soundtrack, this exception does not offset the prevalent technical shortcomings. Overall, the technical execution detracts from the anthology’s potential.
- Character & Emotion 35
Character work is uneven across the anthology, oscillating between notable performances and flat portrayals. Jennifer Hudson's acting is highlighted as a high point, and Marcia Gay Harden receives praise for her contribution. However, many shorts feature simplistic, choppy acting, limited emotional depth, and weak chemistry, reducing audience investment. The disparity between standout moments and pervasive shallow characterization results in a generally weak character impression.
- Story & Flow 25
Storytelling lacks coherence and depth, with most shorts presenting simplistic, padded plots that fail to engage. Several narratives are described as anticlimactic, disjointed, and devoid of substantive progression, undermining thematic resonance. A solitary exception, a warmly received short about a Japanese single mother, offers modest narrative competence. Nonetheless, the overarching lack of originality and narrative structure lowers the overall story rating.
- Sensory Experience 35
The sensory experience is mixed, featuring occasional visual flair and a commendable soundtrack in isolated shorts, contrasted by largely amateurish visual style and erratic sound design elsewhere. Repetitive use of the nominated song and inconsistent cinematographic quality create a fragmented auditory-visual landscape. While brief moments of effective sensory composition exist, the overall execution remains uneven and detracts from immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch factor is limited due to the anthology’s overall forgettable nature. Most shorts fail to leave lasting impressions or memorable scenes, leading to viewer detachment and impatience. A few segments generate intrigue or emotional resonance, yet they are insufficient to encourage repeat viewings. Consequently, the film offers low replay value and minimal lasting appeal for most audiences.
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TMDB 41% User score
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Letterboxd 1.8 /5
3197 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.0 /5
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Tell It Like a Woman Box Office & Budget
Tell It Like a Woman grossed $12,765 worldwide on a $7 million budget.
Worldwide gross
$12.8K
- International
- $12.8K
- Budget
- $7M
Tell It Like a Woman Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Tell It Like a Woman.
Tell It Like a Woman Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Together Now” and “Women's Stories”.
- Also known as
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- Together Now
- Women's Stories
- 私たちの声
- Elas por Elas
- Cuéntalo como una mujer
- ספרי זאת כמו אישה
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Movies Like Tell It Like a Woman
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Woman, Women on the Edge and Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her.
Tell It Like a Woman FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Tell It Like a Woman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Tell It Like a Woman?
Tell It Like a Woman runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Tell It Like a Woman released?
Tell It Like a Woman was released on February 17, 2023.
Who directed Tell It Like a Woman?
Tell It Like a Woman was directed by Catherine Hardwicke, Lucía Puenzo and Leena Yadav.
More films by Catherine Hardwicke Who is in the cast of Tell It Like a Woman?
Tell It Like a Woman stars Marcia Gay Harden as Dr. Partovi, Jennifer Hudson as Pepcy, Kim and Eva Longoria as Ana, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Tell It Like a Woman make at the box office?
Tell It Like a Woman grossed $12,765 worldwide on a budget of $7 million.
How is Tell It Like a Woman rated?
Tell It Like a Woman has 41% on TMDB, 1.8/5 on Letterboxd and 3.0/5 on Movie Insider.
Does Tell It Like a Woman have a post-credit scene?
No. Tell It Like a Woman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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