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Critic Roger Ebert
rated 8

Ramon is played by Javier Bardem, that Spanish actor of charm and gentle masculine force, and the smile lights up his face in a way that isn't forced or false, but sunny and with love.

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Critic William Thomas
rated 8

Javier Bardem, one of the most physical actors in Spain, is brilliantly cast as the bed-bound Ramón, body credibly limp and unmanageable, face subtly expressive. He delivers a tour de force...

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Critic Jesper Vestergaard
rated 8

...Spaniens bedste mandlige skuespiller, Javier Bardem rammer en stærk realistisk tone med sine afmålte, småskælmske og stærkt beslutsomme udtryk.

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Cast & Crew

Javier Bardem
As Ramón Sampedro
Andrea Occhipinti
As Santiago
Josep Maria Pou
As Padre Francisco
Lola Dueñas
As Rosa

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Based on a true story, The Sea Inside tells the tale of Ramón Sampedro, a man who fought for 28 years to win the right to end his life with dignity. After a diving accident left him paralyzed from the neck down, Ramón longed to die peacefully, but Spanish law prohibited assisted suicide. He found support from two women: Julia, a lawyer suffering from Cadasil syndrome who advocated for his cause, and Rosa, a local woman who wanted to convince him that life was worth living. Through their relationships, Ramón discovered a newfound love and purpose. Despite this, he remained resolute in his decision to die. With the help of Julia and Rosa, Ramón fulfilled his wish and left behind a powerful legacy that inspired those around him to live life to the fullest.

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The Sea Inside was released in theaters on March 4, 2005.