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Longing for the Sea

1931Movie1 h 52 min

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

A deeply romantic, melancholic drama movie about history and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

Marius is torn between the love for Fanny on land and the desire to go out to sea.

Feels like

  • Classic Romantic Drama
  • Existential Choices
  • Coastal Life
  • Human Desire vs. Duty
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Bittersweet Love Story
  • Early Sound Era Film
  • Melancholic Romance
  • European Cinema

Cast

Crew

Directed by
John W. Brunius
Produced by
Robert T. Kane

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

November 12, 1931 · 1 h 52 min · Drama

Released
November 12, 1931
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
Swedish
Made in
Sweden

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Longing for the Sea worth watching?"

Questions about Longing for the Sea

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Longing for the Sea worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 3.9).

Is Longing for the Sea good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Longing for the Sea plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Longing for the Sea in English?

Swedish

No, it was made in Swedish.