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The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ (1986): Cast

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The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ is a 1986 documentary directed by Sylvia Strasser and Wolfgang Würker, starring Umberto Eco, Ron Perlman and Michael Lonsdale. It runs 39 minutes.

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The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ (1986) movie poster
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Runtime
39 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
German
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What Is The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ About?

The premise of The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ without spoilers.

A German TV documentary follows rehearsals, filming and behind‑the‑scenes work on Jean‑Jacques Annaud’s adaptation of Umberto Eco’s “The Name of the Rose.” It includes actors’ viewpoints, the director’s ideas and the logistical challenges of an international epic. The film shows how the complex murder scenes inside the medieval abbey were created, exposing the obstacles and craft required for such a large‑scale production.

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ Cast

Umberto Eco leads the cast, with Ron Perlman and Michael Lonsdale. Directed by Sylvia Strasser and Wolfgang Würker; 16 actors are credited in all.

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The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “The Abbey of Crime : Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose"” and “Le Nom de la rose : L'Abbaye du crime”.

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  • The Abbey of Crime : Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose"
  • Le Nom de la rose : L'Abbaye du crime

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The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’?

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ runs 39 minutes.

When was The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ released?

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ was released on October 11, 1986.

Who directed The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’?

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ was directed by Sylvia Strasser and Wolfgang Würker.

Who is in the cast of The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’?

The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ stars Umberto Eco, Ron Perlman and Michael Lonsdale, among 16 credited actors.

Does The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ have a post-credit scene?

No. The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ in?

The original language of The Abbey of Crime: Umberto Eco’s ‘The Name of the Rose’ is German.

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