In The Waves

In the Waves is a poetic documentary that follows a family living on the coast of Italy, capturing their intimate relationship with the sea and the natural world. The film focuses on the daughter, Delfina, as she navigates her childhood and her deep connection to the ocean. It's a quiet and reflective look at nature, family, and the passage of time.

In the Waves received critical acclaim for its beautiful cinematography, its sensitive portrayal of family life, and its profound connection to nature. Critics lauded Alice Rohrwacher's directorial vision and the film's meditative quality, though some found its pacing to be too slow.

• Praised for its stunning visual poetry and emotional resonance.

• Hailed as a deeply personal and contemplative exploration of childhood and nature.

• Noted for its slow, meditative pacing, which may not appeal to all viewers.

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Screened at the Berlinale Film Festival (Generation Kplus), and won awards at various independent film festivals.

The film was shot over several years, allowing the director to intimately capture the evolving relationship between the family and the sea.