Capturing a bit of the ocean

Rating: 10/10 (19 January 2006)

Enzo and Jacques, and all the other characters in this story become dear friends as you watch this film again and again. The eternal longing of Jacques for the ocean, and unfulfilled longing of Johanna for love and a family is enveloping. Themes like friendship, freedom, love and above all conquering personal goals are portrayed in a full, inspiring, yet sad way.
This portrayal of how mankind's interaction with the ocean can become a totally spiritual experience, drawing him forever deeper with her joys, mystery, beauty, power and even cruelty is compelling. It leaves you with a sense of wonder, pondering what the story was all about and making one reconsider your own goals, actions and motivations.
Above all, it captures a little bit of the ungraspable, eternal ocean.