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The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy (2009): Cast

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The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy is a 2009 documentary directed by Peter Liechti, starring Peter Mettler as Narrator and Alexander Tschernek. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.

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The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy (2009) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Peter Liechti
Genre
Documentary
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy About?

The premise of The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy without spoilers.

The film recounts the discovery of a 40‑year‑old man's mummified body by a hunter in a remote region. His notebook reveals he chose to end his life by self‑imposed starvation the previous summer. Director Liechti blends documentary fact with fictional narrative, forming a manifesto that confronts the protagonist’s radical rejection of existence.

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Cast & crew

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy Cast & Characters

Peter Mettler leads the cast as Narrator, with Alexander Tschernek as Narrator. Directed by Peter Liechti.

From the director

More from Peter Liechti

More films directed by Peter Liechti: Signer’s Suitcase and Kick That Habit.

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The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Hyönteisten kumma ääni.” and “Odgłosy robaków - zapiski mumii”.

Also known as
  • Hyönteisten kumma ääni.
  • Odgłosy robaków - zapiski mumii
  • Le chant des insectes - Rapport d'une momie

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The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy?

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy released?

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy was released on January 21, 2009.

Who directed The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy?

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy was directed by Peter Liechti.

More films by Peter Liechti

Who is in the cast of The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy?

The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy stars Peter Mettler as Narrator and Alexander Tschernek as Narrator.

Does The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy have a post-credit scene?

No. The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy in?

The original language of The Sound of Insects: Record of a Mummy is German.

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