The Sea Inside (2004) Reviews
- Starring:
- Javier Bardem, Belén Rueda, (more)
- Director(s):
- Alejandro Amenábar
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG13
- Category:
- Drama
Member Rating
My RatingAverage Ratings
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful You know that a movie is great when, even after the movie ends, you find yourself pinned to your seat, speechless, filled with emotions, and wishing that there would be more, just one more ... Read More You know that a movie is great when, even after the movie ends, you find yourself pinned to your seat, speechless, filled with emotions, and wishing that there would be more, just one more scene
This movie was definitely one of the best movies I have seen in a long time. It will move and provoke you. Its the kind of movie that really makes you think about life and death, and human dignity
Movies like this one remind you what movie-making should be about.
Here is a quote from a review I read that reflects my sentiment:
If you go to the cinema to be entertained, amused, so as to fill up your time, do not go out of your way to watch this film. If you go to the cinema to appreciate the depths of human-kind, the feelings of real people, to explore the characterology of personalities, if you go to the cinema to absorb magnificent photography, be sure to put this film very high on your list, preferably in first place.
Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful You WILL have to read the subtitles quickly, but in the end, you will be rewarded with a movie filled with powerful performances by even the most insignificant characters. While the subject matter ... Read More You WILL have to read the subtitles quickly, but in the end, you will be rewarded with a movie filled with powerful performances by even the most insignificant characters. While the subject matter is difficult and, for ourselves, we don't agree with the conclusion, you can't help but be drawn in emotionally. Don't overlook the beauty of the cinematography and symbolism. Amazing performances by everyone! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful This is one of the most profound films I've ever seen. It takes on the "right to die" issue and shows both sides evenly, something Million Dollar Baby tried to do, but was unsuccessful. Javier Bardem is fantastic in everything, and this might be his most impressive performance yet. In this film he just lies on his back, only able to move from the neck up, yet he still conveys every imaginable depth of emotion. And he does it all in a language I DON'T EVEN UNDERSTAND. I had to read everything he said, and he still affected me in ways most English speaking actors just can't. He's phenomenal. So is Alejandro Amenabar, who wrote and directed and composed the score for the film.WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful The beauty of this movie is its ability to move people who agree or disagree with the goals of the main character.
Bardem is excellent and it is superbly directed. The stroy is deeply moving and ... Read More The beauty of this movie is its ability to move people who agree or disagree with the goals of the main character.
Bardem is excellent and it is superbly directed. The stroy is deeply moving and well written. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful This movie based on a true life story was beautifully directed and the acting was superb. I can't imagine a more touching film that successfully carries the story and depth of the life of a man ... Read More This movie based on a true life story was beautifully directed and the acting was superb. I can't imagine a more touching film that successfully carries the story and depth of the life of a man trapped in his body without being overly melodramatic. This movie will touch your heart and is one of the best films I've seen in a very very long time.
Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful A Spanish film based on a true story of a man who was a quadriplegic and spent 30 year to win the right to end his life. Interestingly, he inspired many to live their own lifes during his decades of ... Read More A Spanish film based on a true story of a man who was a quadriplegic and spent 30 year to win the right to end his life. Interestingly, he inspired many to live their own lifes during his decades of fighting to end his own. A good film with fine performances. I normally enjoy foreign films and don't mind subtitles. This one was a little harder to follow than most - lots of rapid fire talking at the same time by several, and I got lost at times trying to figure out who said what - but it was worth it in the long run. I think he might have said the same for the 30 years he did have. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful What a great commentary on the sigificance of life's experiences, and how a lack of them can make or break a spirit. Especially loved the thorough development of the main relationships. Bardem made ... Read More What a great commentary on the sigificance of life's experiences, and how a lack of them can make or break a spirit. Especially loved the thorough development of the main relationships. Bardem made the character so loveable. I can't stop thinking about this film. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful I speak Spanish and can for a moment, just a tiny moment though, feel something for the unfortunate souls that were frustrated because the subtitles in this movie were too much of a burden to deal ... Read More I speak Spanish and can for a moment, just a tiny moment though, feel something for the unfortunate souls that were frustrated because the subtitles in this movie were too much of a burden to deal with. But for the others that plowed on regardless of this and understood clearly that they were watching a FOREIGHN film and one that dealt with such a difficult issue in such an amazing manner, I applaud you. Self-centered? What do you think others went through when they saw TITANIC and had to read subtitles? They gave it a bad review I'm sure. I felt complete social effervescence after watching this true story. There was very little marketing made for this film but for those lucky enough to find it and take it in, I fill my glass with wine and tip. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
Other Ways to Watch*
* Not all titles are available for download to rent or buy.
