Sea
Sea

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Sea

2018
Movie
103 min
Portuguese

Francisca, a beautiful 50-year-old widow, prepared a peaceful future for herself. In an unexpected outburst, she grabs an opportunity for change and embarks on a sailboat called ‘Hovering Over the Water’.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes63%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users72%
Director: Sebastian LelioGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In a remote coastal town, two women, Roan and Elspeth, are drawn into a powerful and consuming love affair. Their intense connection begins to unravel the lives of those around them, including Elspeth's husband, a married priest. The film explores themes of desire, faith, and the devastating consequences of forbidden passion.

Critical Reception

Disobedience received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, direction, and sensitive exploration of complex themes. Audiences were also drawn to the film's emotional depth and mature handling of its subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the strong performances of its lead actresses, particularly Rachel Weisz and Rachel McAdams.

  • Noted for Sebastian Lelio's sensitive and nuanced direction, avoiding sensationalism.

  • Some critics found the pacing deliberate, while others appreciated its contemplative nature.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's mature themes and compelling performances, with many highlighting the emotional intensity and the exploration of forbidden love. Some viewers found the narrative somewhat slow or depressing.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is based on Naomi Alderman's 2006 novel of the same name, which explores similar themes of faith, tradition, and rebellion within a secluded Orthodox Jewish community.

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