Song of the Sea (2014)
Let the song of the sea sway your heart...
The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.
Cast
- David Rawle - Ben (voice)
- Brendan Gleeson - Conor / Mac Lir (voice)
- Lisa Hannigan - Bronach (voice)
- Fionnula Flanagan - Granny / Macha (voice)
- Lucy O'Connell - Saoirse (voice)
- Jon Kenny - Ferry Dan / The Great Seanachaí (voice)
- Pat Shortt - Lug (voice)
- Colm Ó'Snodaigh - Mossy (voice)
- Liam Hourican - Spud / Bus Driver (voice)
- Kevin Swierszcz - Young Ben (voice)
Screenplay
- Will Collins
- Tomm Moore (Story)
Themes
Fairytales Reimagined, Fairy Godmother and Magic Wish, Broken Fairy Tale Curses, Magical Fantasy Worlds
Keywords
fairy tale, lighthouse, folk music, lighthouse keeper , ireland, swimming, dog, seal (animal), irishman, folklore, selkie, irish music, underwater cave, irish folklore, irish
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Song of the Sea about?
- The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.
- Who directed Song of the Sea?
- Song of the Sea was directed by Tomm Moore.
- Who stars in Song of the Sea?
- Song of the Sea stars David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson, Lisa Hannigan, Fionnula Flanagan, Lucy O'Connell, Jon Kenny.
- How long is Song of the Sea?
- Song of the Sea has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Song of the Sea?
- Song of the Sea is a Family, Animation, Fantasy film.
- How much did Song of the Sea gross?
- Song of the Sea grossed $857,522 worldwide.
- Where was Song of the Sea produced?
- Song of the Sea was produced in Ireland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Denmark.
- What are the themes of Song of the Sea?
- The themes of Song of the Sea include: Fairytales Reimagined, Fairy Godmother and Magic Wish, Broken Fairy Tale Curses, Magical Fantasy Worlds.