Tarantella (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 5.2

Tarantella poster

Released in 1990, Tarantella is a horror and tv movie film directed by Christopher Nolan, running about 5 minutes.

What it’s about. "Tarantella" was an early Super 8 short film directed by Christopher Nolan with his childhood friend Roko Belic. It was made in 1989 while Nolan was studying at University College London. The film aired on "Image Union," a PBS programme in Chicago. It is about the suffering of a young man while he has nightmare about spiders and demons.

Who’s in it. Tarantella stars Roko Belic as Young Man, Christopher Nolan as Man in Black and Jonathan Nolan as Man in White.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Tarantella has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tarantella page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tarantella tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tarantella (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tarantella change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tarantella worth watching?
Tarantella holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Tarantella?
Tarantella stars Roko Belic, Christopher Nolan and Jonathan Nolan.
When was Tarantella released?
Tarantella was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 5 minutes.