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Behind the Doors of Umberto Eco
Behind the Doors of Umberto Eco

Behind the Doors of Umberto Eco

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Umberto Eco, the author of best-selling novels who passed away in February 2016, unveils the secrets behind his undertakings and novels.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

52 mins

Rating

8/10

Release Date

10 October 2012

Country

France

Cast

Umberto Eco

Umberto Eco

Himself

Renate Eco-Ramge

Renate Eco-Ramge

Herself

Teri Wehn-Damisch

Teri Wehn-Damisch

Narrator (voice)

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