The Da Vinci Code (movie) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Da Vinci Code |
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| Directed by | Ron Howard |
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| Screenplay by | Akiva Goldsman |
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| Music by | Hans Zimmer |
| Cinematography | Salvatore Totino |
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| Distributed by | Columbia Pictures |
| Release date(s) | May 19, 2006 |
| Running time | 148 minutes |
| Country | United States |
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| Budget | $125 million |
| Money made | $758.2 million |
The Da Vinci Code is an exciting American mystery-drama movie from 2006. It was directed by Ron Howard and is based on the popular book by Dan Brown. The story follows a professor who gets caught up in a thrilling puzzle involving ancient secrets and hidden clues.
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What Is The Da Vinci Code About?
The movie's main character is Robert Langdon, a professor from Harvard University. He studies religious iconography (the study of images and symbols) and symbology (the study of symbols). While he is in Paris, a strange event happens at the Louvre museum. The museum's curator (the person in charge of the art) is found dead in a very unusual way.
Professor Langdon becomes the main suspect in this mystery. As he tries to clear his name, he discovers that the curator was part of a secret group. This group included famous historical figures like Leonardo Da Vinci, Victor Hugo, and Sandro Botticelli. Langdon must follow a trail of clues hidden in famous artworks and historical sites to solve the mystery and find out the truth.
Who Are the Main Actors?
The movie features a talented group of actors who bring the characters to life.
- Tom Hanks plays Robert Langdon, the smart professor.
- Audrey Tautou plays Sophie Neveu, a French police cryptographer who helps Langdon.
- Ian McKellen plays Sir Leigh Teabing, a British historian.
- Alfred Molina plays Bishop Aringarosa.
- Jürgen Prochnow plays André Vernet.
- Jean Reno plays Police Captain Bezu Fache.
- Paul Bettany plays Silas.
- Étienne Chicot plays Lieutenant Jérôme Collet.
- Jean-Yves Berteloot plays Remy Jean.
- Jean-Pierre Marielle plays Jacques Saunière.
- Charlotte Graham plays Mary Magdalene.
- Hugh Mitchell plays young Silas.
- Seth Gabel plays Michael the Cleric.
- Marie-Françoise Audollent plays Sister Sandrine.
- Rita Davies plays Elegant Woman at Rosslyn.
- Francesco Carnelutti plays Prefect.
- The author of the book, Dan Brown, and his wife have small cameo appearances in the movie.
- The authors of The Templar Revelation, Lynn Picknett and Clive Prince, also appear briefly as bus passengers.
Why Was the Movie Not Shown Everywhere?
The Da Vinci Code caused some discussion because of its story. Because of these discussions, the movie was not allowed to be shown in some countries. For example, it was not shown in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan.
How Well Did the Movie Do?
Even though some people had mixed feelings about the movie, it was very popular around the world. The Da Vinci Code earned a lot of money, bringing in more than $758 million at the box office. This made it one of the highest-grossing movies of 2006.
See also
In Spanish: El código Da Vinci (película) para niños
