The Name of the Rose

Name: The Name of the Rose
Director: Jean-Jacques Annaud
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Mystery
Released: 1986-01-01
Duration: 130 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Sean Connery, Christian Slater, Helmut Qualtinger, Ilya Baskin, Michael Lonsdale

1986Dir. Jean-Jacques Annaud2h 10m

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Runtime2h 10m

Released1986

Budget$18M

Box office$77.2M

DirectorJean-Jacques Annaud

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The Name of the Rose is really a fascinating piece. Jean-Jacques Annaud does an excellent job creating this moody, atmospheric world set in a 14th-century monastery. The cinematography is lush, with a haunting score by James Horner that sticks with you. Sean Connery as William is a treat—he balances intellect and action, while Christian Slater brings in youthful energy as his novice. The film tackles heavy themes like faith, power, and knowledge, all wrapped up in a murder mystery. It's not just a thriller; it makes you think about the role of religion in society. Some practical effects here are quite impressive, especially for the time. Just a solid watch for anyone who appreciates a good, layered narrative.

Released in Italy and France before U.S. releaseFeatures practical effects for the period settingAdapted from Umberto Eco's novelCinematography by Vittorio Storaro