

Two Years at Sea
Synopsis
Inspired by the themes of Knut Hamsun’s ‘Pan’, Ben Rivers ventures deep into the remote forests of Aberdeenshire to document the routine of Jake Williams - a man seen in all seasons, living reclusively, surviving frugally, and passing the time with strange projects.
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- Director
- Ben Rivers
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Rivers
- Original Title
- Two Years at Sea
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
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Frequently Asked Questions About Two Years at Sea
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What is Two Years at Sea about?
Inspired by the themes of Knut Hamsun’s ‘Pan’, Ben Rivers ventures deep into the remote forests of Aberdeenshire to document the routine of Jake Williams - a man seen in all seasons, living reclusively, surviving frugally, and passing the time with strange projects.
Who directed Two Years at Sea?
Two Years at Sea was directed by Ben Rivers.
Who stars in Two Years at Sea?
The principal cast of Two Years at Sea includes Jake Williams.
When was Two Years at Sea released and how long is it?
Two Years at Sea was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
