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Release Date:
19 May 2006 (USA)
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Tagline:
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Plot:
A murder inside the Louvre and clues in Da Vinci paintings lead to the discovery of a religious mystery protected by a secret society for two thousand years -- which could shake the foundations of Christianity. full summary | full synopsis
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Nominated for Golden Globe.
Another 16 nominations
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Tom Hanks | ... | Dr. Robert Langdon | |
| Audrey Tautou | ... | Agent Sophie Neveu | |
| Ian McKellen | ... | Sir Leigh Teabing | |
| Jean Reno | ... | Captain Bezu Fache | |
| Paul Bettany | ... | Silas | |
| Alfred Molina | ... | Bishop Manuel Aringarosa | |
| Jürgen Prochnow | ... | Andre Vernet | |
| Jean-Yves Berteloot | ... | Remy Jean | |
| Etienne Chicot | ... | Lt. Collet | |
| Jean-Pierre Marielle | ... | Jacques Saunière | |
| Marie-Françoise Audollent | ... | Sister Sandrine | |
| Rita Davies | ... | Elegant Woman at Rosslyn | |
| Francesco Carnelutti | ... | Prefect | |
| Seth Gabel | ... | Michael | |
| Shane Zaza | ... | Youth on Bus |
Additional Details
Also Known As:
The DaVinci Code (International: English title) (alternative spelling)
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MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for disturbing images, violence, some nudity, thematic material, brief drug references and sexual content.
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Runtime:
149 min | 174 min (extended cut)
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2.35 : 1 more
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Certification:
Ireland:15A |
Australia:M |
New Zealand:M |
Norway:15 |
Finland:K-15 |
Germany:12 |
South Korea:15 |
Singapore:NC-16 |
UK:12A |
Portugal:M/12 |
Switzerland:12 (canton of Geneva) |
Switzerland:12 (canton of Vaud) |
Malaysia:18PL |
Philippines:R-18 |
Argentina:13 |
Brazil:14 |
Netherlands:12 |
USA:PG-13 (certificate #41475) |
Poland:15 |
Venezuela:PG-13 |
Sweden:11 |
Canada:14A (British Columbia/Ontario) |
Mexico:B15 |
Hungary:16 |
India:A |
Spain:13 |
Hong Kong:IIA |
Iceland:14 (original rating) |
China:13 |
Peru:14 |
Italy:T (cinema rating) |
Italy:VM18 (tv rating) |
Taiwan:PG-12
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There is a gargoyle spied by Sophie inside Temple Church that is modeled after Ron Howard's face.
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Goofs:
Continuity: Silas is shown performing self-flagellation, but there should have been scars and scabs on his back and legs from previous flagellations.
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Quotes:
[first lines]
Silas: Stop now. Tell me where it is.
[removes hood]
Silas: You and your brethren possess what is not rightfully yours.
Jacques Saunière: I don't know what you are talking about.
Silas: Is it a secret you will die for?
Jacques Saunière: Please...
Silas: As you wish.
[cocks gun]
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Silas: Stop now. Tell me where it is.
[removes hood]
Silas: You and your brethren possess what is not rightfully yours.
Jacques Saunière: I don't know what you are talking about.
Silas: Is it a secret you will die for?
Jacques Saunière: Please...
Silas: As you wish.
[cocks gun]
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Movie Connections:
Referenced in "To kokkino domatio: I theousa ki o alitis: Part 1 (#2.4)" (2006)
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Soundtrack:
La Javanaise
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FAQ
Why did Silas want the Holy Grail?A Note Regarding Spoilers
Why does Silas say "I am a ghost" at the end of the movie?
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This movie is becoming as controversial as the book. Since the day it was announced that it's gonna be made, there were protests against it being done, and it has escalated to calls for boycotting, or banning the movie altogether. I'll not waste time and go into its controversies, nor discuss what's real and what's not. Neither will I explain in detail the plot, as I believe most of you readers would already have some vague idea of what it's about, or have read the book, since it's on the bestsellers list for months.
Rather, I'll evaluate the movie as it is, on how well it entertains. Those who wish to preach in my comment box, prepare to have those comments deleted, at my discretion. This is the stand I shall take, that this movie is entirely fictional, based on events which are used loosely, for the sole purpose of weaving a storyline that tries to be believable. I think some have already mentioned it's too successful in doing that, and may mislead people into thinking its theories presented, are real. However, don't take it too seriously, and if you wish to, use another proper platform to debunk the myths, not my movie review blog.
The structure of the movie, is exactly the same as the book. There is no change to the ending, despite some rumours that it will be different. Naturally, some of the detailed explanation that's given in the book, especially many three-way dialogue between Sophie- Robert-Leigh, have to be summarized in order to pace this movie into 2 1/2 hours. Herein lies the challenges. For those who've read the book, the movie offers nothing new, other than the gratification of watching events and characters play out on the big screen. For those who haven't read the book, the movie version should be decent enough to make you want to pick up the novel and read more into the controversial theories explained.
However, having being familiar with the plot and how the story unfolds, red herrings, character motivations, twists and all, it may leave those who've read the novel, a page-turner in every sense of the word, a bit wanting, that the pace could've been improved. Undoubtedly the pacing sags when it's time for some dialogue heavy moments, but I suppose that is unavoidable when you're revisiting material.
However, its presentation of these controversial dialogue moments coupled with special effects, that will make you go wow. Truly, the technique is nothing original, and some of the visuals used looked like Return of the King and Kingdom of Heaven rejects, but as a whole, combined with the narrative, it helps to present the controversies in a more palatable manner.
Casting, I felt, was spot on. Tom Hanks makes Robert Langdon pretty accessible, given Hanks' everyman demeanor, and Audrey Tautou makes a believable Sophie Neveu. Ian McKellen, probably THE actor with 2 summer blockbusters back to back (the other being X- Men 3), is convincing as the rich grail hunter Sir Leigh Teabing. Paul Bettany is chilling as the albino killer Silas, and Jean Reno and Alfred Molina round up the star studded cast as the detective Captain Fache and Bishop Aringarosa.
Much is said about the haunting soundtrack, but as far as I'm aware, there's nothing scary about it. Silas, in his scene of self-cleansing, is horrid enough though, as are some scenes of unexpected on screen violence that hit like a sack of potatoes falling from the sky.
In the end, in spite of all the controversies, perhaps Robert Langdon's line is poignant - if given a chance, would you rather destroy faith, or renew it? The book and the movie have provided an opportunity for the faith to renew itself, to debunk the myths and theories (which were developed loosely to make the story flow of course), and to generally point the curious to the direction and light the faith wants to show.
Otherwise, this Ron Howard movie makes a good summer popcorn flick, with the usual thrills and spills you'd come to expect with its superb production values.