The Sea
Hafið
Synopsis
Wealthy, aging patriarch Thordur assembles his scattered heirs in his remote Icelandic fishing village to discuss the future of the family fishery. But bringing everyone together unleashes a storm of long-repressed dark family secrets.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 13, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Baltasar Kormákur
- Screenplay & Story
- Ólafur Haukur Símonarson, Baltasar Kormákur
- Original Score
- Ríkharður Jón Ásgeirsson
- Original Title
- Hafið
- Country of Origin
- France, Iceland, Norway
- Spoken Languages
- English, Icelandic, Norwegian
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- BlueEyes Productions, Emotion Pictures, Filmhuset
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Baltasar Kormákur
Ólafur Haukur Símonarson, Baltasar Kormákur
Ríkharður Jón Ásgeirsson
Jean-Louis Vialard
Valdís Óskarsdóttir
Jean-François Fonlupt, Baltasar Kormákur
Department Leadership Roster
Baltasar Kormákur
Director
Jean-Louis Vialard
Director of Photography
Ríkharður Jón Ásgeirsson
Original Music Composer
Jean-François Fonlupt
Producer
Thorunn Elisabet Sveinsdóttir
Costume Design
Valdís Óskarsdóttir
Editor
Baltasar Kormákur
Writer
Baltasar Kormákur
Producer
Tonie Zetterström
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sea about?
Wealthy, aging patriarch Thordur assembles his scattered heirs in his remote Icelandic fishing village to discuss the future of the family fishery. But bringing everyone together unleashes a storm of long-repressed dark family secrets.
Who directed The Sea?
The Sea was directed by Baltasar Kormákur.
Who stars in The Sea?
The principal cast of The Sea includes Gunnar Eyjólfsson, Hilmir Snær Guðnason, Hélène de Fougerolles, Kristbjörg Kjeld, Sven Nordin.
When was The Sea released and how long is it?
The Sea was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sea?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sea was composed by Ríkharður Jón Ásgeirsson.