Release Date
December 17, 2004 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
May 17, 2005 (Buy on Amazon)
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Running Time
125 minutes
MPAA Rating
Rated PG-13 for intense depiction of mature thematic material
Based on the profoundly moving true story that captured the world's attention, "The Sea Inside" is about Spaniard Ramón Sampedro (Bardem), who fought a 30-year campaign to win the right to end his life with dignity. "The Sea Inside" is the story of Ramón's relationships with two women: Julia (Rueda) a lawyer who supports his cause, and Rosa (Dueñas), a local woman who wants to convince him that life is worth living. Through the gift... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
One of the most touching and mesmerizing movies of 2004, "The Sea Inside (Mar adentro)" is an amazing film by Alejandro Amenábar, the director of "The Others" and "Open Your Eyes" (a.k.a. the original "Vanilla Sky"). The winner for Best Foreign Picture at this year's Academy Awards, it is a powerful tale that should not be overlooked despite its controversial message. Full movie review »