By the Sea (2015) movie poster

By the Sea (2015)

"When we die on the inside, the outside is left wandering dangerously by the sea."
ThumbScore
👍 50%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 40% (RT: 35%, MC: 45) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Runtime
2h 2m
Country
United States of America, Malta
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.5/10 (620 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
35%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Angelina Jolie as Vanessa
Brad Pitt as Roland
Melvil Poupaud as François
Niels Arestrup as Michel
Sarah Naudi as Clarisse
Marika Green as Dress Shop Saleswoman
It's divisive. Only 50% of audiences liked it based on 620 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 40%.
Overview
Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of By the Sea was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of By the Sea, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

By the Sea is a 2015 drama, romance film directed by Angelina Jolie. Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner.

The film has been rated by 620 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, By the Sea delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

By the Sea (2015) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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