Burning Secret
“To capture the mother's heart, take the child's hand.”
Synopsis
While recuperating in a sanatorium in the mountains, a young boy becomes very close friends with an older baron. But the baron is only using the boy to get to know his mother, the wife of an older diplomat. When the boy realises the baron’s intentions, he becomes jealous, moody and depressed.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 23, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Birkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Andrew Birkin
- Original Score
- Hans Zimmer
- Original Title
- Burning Secret
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- B.A. Filmproduktion, Vestron Pictures, BR, C.L.G. Films, NFH Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Birkin
Andrew Birkin, Stefan Zweig
Hans Zimmer
Ernest Day
Paul Green
Robert Arnold, Norma Heyman, William J. Quigley, Eberhard Junkersdorf, Norbert Bittmann
Department Leadership Roster
Ernest Day
Director of Photography
Norma Heyman
Producer
Andrew Birkin
Screenplay
Andrew Birkin
Director
Hans Zimmer
Original Music Composer
Eberhard Junkersdorf
Producer
Paul Green
Editor
Norbert Bittmann
Producer
Carol Lynn Greene
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Burning Secret
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Burning Secret about?
While recuperating in a sanatorium in the mountains, a young boy becomes very close friends with an older baron. But the baron is only using the boy to get to know his mother, the wife of an older diplomat. When the boy realises the baron’s intentions, he becomes jealous, moody and depressed.
Who directed Burning Secret?
Burning Secret was directed by Andrew Birkin.
Who stars in Burning Secret?
The principal cast of Burning Secret includes David Eberts, Faye Dunaway, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Ian Richardson, John Nettleton.
When was Burning Secret released and how long is it?
Burning Secret was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Burning Secret?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Burning Secret was composed by Hans Zimmer.
Is Burning Secret based on a book or true story?
Burning Secret is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Stefan Zweig".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Burning Secret?
Burning Secret holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).