The Abyss(1988)
L'œuvre au noir
The Abyss Synopsis
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.
The Abyss (1988) is a drama film directed by André Delvaux, released on May 13, 1988 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Gian Maria Volonté, Sami Frey, Anna Karina and Philippe Léotard. Viewers rate it 5.4 out of 10 across 20 ratings.
- Director:
- André Delvaux
- Writers:
- Marguerite Yourcenar, André Delvaux
- Producers:
- Jean-Claude Batz, Philippe Dussart
- Production:
- Philippe Dussart S.a.r.l., La Sept, La Nouvelle Imagerie, Canal+
- Status:
- Released
The Abyss Cast & Crew
Main cast
Gian Maria Volonté
as Zenone
Sami Frey
as Prieur des Cordeliers
Anna Karina
as Catherine
Philippe Léotard
as Henri-Maximilien
- Jacques Lippe
Jacques Lippe
as Myers
Jean Bouise
as Campanus
Marie-France Pisier
as Martha
Mathieu Carrière
as Pierre de Hamaere
- Nadine Uwampa
Nadine Uwampa
as La Moricaude
Marie-Christine Barrault
as Hilzonde
Mathieu Carrière
as Pierre
Johan Leysen
as Rombaut
Key crew
Directed by André Delvaux, written by Marguerite Yourcenar and André Delvaux, produced by Jean-Claude Batz and Philippe Dussart.
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The Abyss Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.4/10 from 20 ratings.
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The Abyss – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Abyss online?
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The Abyss (1988) is currently available to rent or buy from Sooner. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Abyss?
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The main cast of The Abyss (1988) includes Gian Maria Volonté, Sami Frey, Anna Karina, Philippe Léotard and Jacques Lippe. The film was directed by André Delvaux. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Abyss released?
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The Abyss was released on May 13, 1988 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is The Abyss worth watching?
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The Abyss (1988) holds an average rating of 5.4 out of 10 from 20 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.