Sea of Love (1989) movie poster

Sea of Love (1989)

"Deception is dangerous. Desire is deadly."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 71% (RT: 76%, MC: 66) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeDramaRomance

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Runtime
1h 53m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (675 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
76%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Al Pacino as Frank Keller
Ellen Barkin as Helen Cruger
John Goodman as Sherman
William Hickey as Frank Keller Sr.
Richard Jenkins as Gruber
Paul Calderon as Serafino
Gene Canfield as Struk
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 675 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 71%.
Overview
Seen-it-all New York detective Frank Keller is unsettled - he has done twenty years on the force and could retire, and he hasn't come to terms with his wife leaving him for a colleague. Joining up with an officer from another part of town to investigate a series of murders linked by the lonely hearts columns he finds he is getting seriously and possibly dangerously involved with Helen, one of the main suspects. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Al Pacino spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Sea of Love is a 1989 crime, drama, romance film directed by Harold Becker. Seen-it-all New York detective Frank Keller is unsettled - he has done twenty years on the force and could retire, and he hasn't come to terms with his wife leaving him for a colleague. Joining up with an officer from another part of town to investigate a series of murders linked by the lonely hearts columns he finds he is getting seriously and possibly dangerously involved with Helen, one of the main suspects.

The film has been rated by 675 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a crime film, Sea of Love 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.

Sea of Love (1989) 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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