The Abyss (1988)
The Inquisition is in full swing in 16th century Flanders. Wanted for his dissident writings, the alchemist doctor Zeno has been wandering Europe under an assumed name for twenty years. But he remains a non-conformist. He returns to his native Bruges, where he thinks he has been forgotten. In this silent labyrinth where the faces of the past resurface, he rediscovers his identity and thus signs his death warrant.
Director: André Delvaux
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: May 13, 1988
Cast
- Gian Maria Volonté - Zenone
- Sami Frey - Prieur des Cordeliers
- Anna Karina - Catherine
- Philippe Léotard - Henri-Maximilien
- Jacques Lippe - Myers
- Jean Bouise - Campanus
- Marie-France Pisier - Martha
- Mathieu Carrière - Pierre de Hamaere
- Nadine Uwampa - La Moricaude
- Marie-Christine Barrault - Hilzonde
Screenplay
- André Delvaux (Screenplay)
- Marguerite Yourcenar (Novel)
Music: Frédéric Devreese
Editing: Albert Jurgenson, Nadine Muse
Country: Belgium, France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
based on novel or book, bisexuality, book burning, alchemy, naturalism, medieval physician
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Abyss about?
- The Inquisition is in full swing in 16th century Flanders. Wanted for his dissident writings, the alchemist doctor Zeno has been wandering Europe under an assumed name for twenty years. But he remains a non-conformist. He returns to his native Bruges, where he thinks he has been forgotten. In this silent labyrinth where the faces of the past resurface, he rediscovers his identity and thus signs his death warrant.
- Who directed The Abyss?
- The Abyss was directed by André Delvaux.
- Who stars in The Abyss?
- The Abyss stars Gian Maria Volonté, Sami Frey, Anna Karina, Philippe Léotard, Jacques Lippe, Jean Bouise.
- How long is The Abyss?
- The Abyss has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is The Abyss?
- The Abyss is a Drama film.
- Where was The Abyss produced?
- The Abyss was produced in Belgium, France.