The Teacher Who Promised the Sea (2023) | Movie

The Teacher Who Promised the Sea movie

🎬 Title: The Teacher Who Promised the Sea / El maestro que prometió el mar

This film is inspired by the true events surrounding Antoni Benaiges.

Story: Ariadna learns that her grandfather has been on a quest to find the remains of his father, who vanished during the Civil War. Eager to assist him, she heads to Burgos, where excavation of a mass grave is underway, potentially holding answers to their family’s past. While she’s there, Ariadna uncovers the legacy of Antoni Benaiges, a passionate teacher from Tarragona who inspired her grandfather before the war. Through his progressive teaching methods, Antoni promised his students an unforgettable trip to the sea.

⭐ Rating: 7.76 (127 votes)

📅 Release date: November 10, 2023

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, History

🎬 Director: Patricia Font

✍️ Writer: Albert Val

🌍 Countries: Spain

🏢 Production companies: Minoria Absoluta, Lastor Media, Filmax, ICEC, Mestres Films, TVE, TV3

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $2,232,542

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👥 Cast: Enric Auquer (Antoni Benaiges), Laia Costa (Ariadna), Luisa Gavasa (Charo), Ramon Agirre (Emilio (adulto)), Milo Taboada (Padre Primitivo), Alba Guilera (Laura), Eduardo Ferrés (Rodríguez), Alicia G. Reyero (Ángeles), Nicolás Calvo (Emilio), Gael Aparício (Carlos)

Editor’s Note: Here’s a quick overview of The Teacher Who Promised the Sea (2023): The film successfully embraces its Drama and History elements without feeling cliché. Under the direction of Patricia Font, it maintains a consistent tempo and a strong sense of setting. The performances by Enric Auquer, Laia Costa, and Luisa Gavasa are grounded and authentic. With a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes, the film unfolds at a thoughtful pace, ensuring each scene serves a purpose. While it has some imperfections, its merits significantly outweigh the flaws. The tagline—“Based on the true story of Antoni Benaiges.”—accurately reflects its aim. If the premise resonates with you, it’s worth adding to your watchlist.

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