Cast
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Yaroslav Chevazhevsky
as Yaroslav
Alyona Babenko
as Lena
Inga Strelkova-Oboldina
as Irina
Yuri Kolokolnikov
as Vadim
Pavel Derevyanko
as Pasha
Evgeniya Lyutaia
as Natasha
Ulyana Vorozheykina
as Liza
Syuzanna Shpak
as Nastya
Nikita Babenko
as Artyom
Kurt Glockzin
as Klaus
Britta Schmeling
as Klara
Gennadi Vengerov
as voice
Aleksandr Yatsko
as voice
Crew
Director
- Yaroslav Chevazhevsky
Writer
- Yaroslav Chevazhevsky
- Andrey Chevazhevskiy
- Andrey Maksimenko
Producer
- Ruben Dishdishyan
- Yuri Kolokolnikov
- Alexander Malinkovich
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
To the Sea! represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Yaroslav Chevazhevsky brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2009, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of To the Sea! took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 156 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While To the Sea! shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Ariel, which focuses more on action than character development, To the Sea! subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Shadows in Paradise and Four Rooms explore similar territory, To the Sea! stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: January 8, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Revenue: $723,915
