This Is the Sea movie poster

This Is the Sea

September 15, 1997 1h 40m 5.7/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1997. This Is the Sea is a drama/romance film. directed by Mary McGuckian.

Starring Samantha Morton, Ross McDade, and Richard Harris

Synopsis

The film is set in Northern Ireland shortly after 1994 cease-fire. Hazel is a Protestant and Malachy a Catholic. Romance between them is threatened by Rohan (leader in militant underground and pal of Malachy's brother Padhar), who wants Malachy to be recruited and fight for the cause and by Hazel's brother Jef, who spies on her meetings.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 15, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
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User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Ireland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • First Look International
  • Overseas FilmGroup
  • Pembridge Pictures

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is This Is the Sea about?

The film is set in Northern Ireland shortly after 1994 cease-fire. Hazel is a Protestant and Malachy a Catholic. Romance between them is threatened by Rohan (leader in militant underground and pal ...

Who directed This Is the Sea?

This Is the Sea was directed by Mary McGuckian.

How long is This Is the Sea?

This Is the Sea has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was This Is the Sea released?

This Is the Sea was released on September 15, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in This Is the Sea?

The main cast of This Is the Sea includes Samantha Morton, Ross McDade, Richard Harris, Gabriel Byrne, John Lynch.