Freaky Tales: A Wild Cinematic Ride in 1987 Oakland

Freaky Tales: A Wild Cinematic Ride in 1987 Oakland

Set in 1987 Oakland, Freaky Tales is a multi-track mixtape of colourful characters — an NBA star, a corrupt cop, a female rap duo, teen punks, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector — on a collision course in a fever dream of showdowns and battles. Executive produced by hip-hop pioneer Too $hort, and featuring an all-star ensemble including Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks, this pulpy blend of explosive action, edgy humour, gory kills, and sly twists and turns makes for one wild ride.

Entertainment One presents, a Macro Media production, a Gowanus Projection movie.

• Cast:

Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks

• Directors:

Ryan Fleck, Anna Boden

• Writers:

Ryan Fleck, Anna Boden

• Executive Producers:

Jillian Share, Jen Gorton, Charles D. King, James Lopez, Justin Bursch, Victor Moyers, Todd Anthony Shaw, David Weintraub

• Producers:

Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck, Jelani Johnson, Poppy Hanks

Freaky Tales is in select cinemas from 18 April and on digital platforms from 28 April

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Praise for Freaky Tales

“Wow. Just WOW. This movie was a BLAST from start to finish! Everyone brought their A-game to their roles, and let me just say—this is what CINEMA looks like. If you’re a fan of high-octane storytelling, imagine Kill Bill but on steroids—that’s Freaky Tales. It delivers action, gore, and yes, surprisingly, a lot of heart. The anthology format might throw you at first, but trust me—it works.

Each piece connects in a way that’s so clever and satisfying. You’ll want to keep your eyes glued to the screen, because everything comes full circle by the end. It’s one of those films where the more you watch, the more you catch. Personally? I’m planning to see this movie again and again because it’s just that good. If you love stylish, wild, and thoughtfully constructed chaos—go freaking see this movie, y’all. You won’t regret it.”

“Worth the ticket for the Pedro Pascal, Tom Hanks & Ben Mendelssohn scenes. Jay Ellis & the Junior cast are fun to watch. It’s one of those films nobody saw at release but becomes a cult classic.”

“Feaky Tales was so good. I loved how each mini-story tied into the overall one. The only thing I’ll say is that the cast could’ve done without the things in their noses.”

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