The Sea
Il mare
Synopsis
A well known actor comes to off-season Capri to unwind and meets a young man. The attraction is immediate and mutual but before their relationship can get off the ground, an alluring woman with a spontaneous sexuality and care free attitude joins the triangle and the boy is slowly pushed out of the picture.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
- Screenplay & Story
- Alfio Valdarnini, Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
- Original Score
- Giovanni Fusco
- Original Title
- Il mare
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Gianni Buffardi S.p.A.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
Alfio Valdarnini, Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
Giovanni Fusco
Ennio Guarnieri
Ruggero Mastroianni
Gianni Buffardi
Department Leadership Roster
Alfio Valdarnini
Screenplay
Paolo Borselli
Costume Design
Pier Luigi Pizzi
Production Design
Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
Director
Giuseppe Patroni Griffi
Screenplay
Gianni Buffardi
Producer
Giovanni Fusco
Original Music Composer
Ennio Guarnieri
Director of Photography
Ruggero Mastroianni
Editor
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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?
A well known actor comes to off-season Capri to unwind and meets a young man. The attraction is immediate and mutual but before their relationship can get off the ground, an alluring woman with a spontaneous sexuality and care free attitude joins the triangle and the boy is slowly pushed out of the picture.
Who directed The Sea?
The Sea was directed by Giuseppe Patroni Griffi.
Who stars in The Sea?
The principal cast of The Sea includes Umberto Orsini, Françoise Prévost, Dino Mele, Renato Scala, Celestino Cafiero.
When was The Sea released and how long is it?
The Sea was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sea?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sea was composed by Giovanni Fusco.