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DramaBiography San Sebastián 2004 · Official Selection

The Sea Inside

Directed by Alejandro Amenábar · 2004 ·

Short answer

Is The Sea Inside worth watching?

Yes. The Sea Inside (2004) earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (91%) responded more warmly than critics (84%). See the 4 inputs.

80%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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84% Editorial Rating
91% Audience snapshot · excluded
74 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.1
8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 5m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 15 (South Korea)
Country
Spain
Language
Spanish

Also known as Mar adentro Das Meer in mir 海を飛ぶ夢 씨 인사이드 深海长眠 點燃生命之海 İçimdeki Deniz Mare dentro

🏆 2 award wins — Won Best Foreign Language Film, Academy Awards 2005

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Wavve in South Korea. Check local listings for your region.

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (84/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (74/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, biography pick

Not ideal for

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    Is The Sea Inside worth watching?

    Yes — The Sea Inside earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, biography pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Amenábar's Oscar-winning true story balances advocacy and intimacy with Javier Bardem at its center.

    , Founder & Editor

    Audiences (91%) responded more warmly than critics (84%).

    What is The Sea Inside about?

    A quadriplegic man fights for the legal right to end his life while a lawyer and friend challenge society's definition of dignity.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English The Sea Inside

    The Sea Inside (2004) Review: Grace From a Still Body

    The Sea Inside is Alejandro Amenábar's true story of a Galician man fighting for the right to die, and Javier Bardem makes it warm, funny and quietly devastating.

    Yes. It is a humane, beautifully acted drama about dignity and choice, best for viewers ready for a heavy subject handled with warmth rather than gloom.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    The Sea Inside: frequently asked questions

    Is The Sea Inside worth watching?

    Yes. The Sea Inside (2004) has a Celluloid Score of 80%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch The Sea Inside?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is The Sea Inside?

    The Sea Inside runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

    What is The Sea Inside rated?

    The Sea Inside is rated PG-13 in the United States and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Sea Inside?

    The Sea Inside is directed by Alejandro Amenábar and stars Javier Bardem, Belén Rueda, Lola Dueñas.

    What is the Metascore for The Sea Inside?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Sea Inside is 74 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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