The Name of the Rose

'The Name of the Rose' is a 1986 mystery drama film directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud. It is based on the novel of the same name by Umberto Eco. The film stars Sean Connery and Christian Slater. Set in a Benedictine monastery in Italy in the 14th century, the story follows a Franciscan friar (Connery) and his novice (Slater) as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths. The film delves into themes of theology, philosophy, and the power of knowledge.