The Sea Beast
The life of a legendary sea monster hunter is turned upside down when a young girl stows away on his ship.
- Released: 2022-07-08
- Runtime: 120 minutes
- Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
- Stars: Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Dan Stevens, Kathy Burke, Benjamin Plessala, Somali Rose, Kaya McLean, Davis Pak, Helen Sadler, Xana Tang, Alex Wyndham, Brian T. Delaney, Ian Mercer, Shannon Chan-Kent, Max Mittelman, Paul Chowdhry, Jim Carter, Doon Mackichan, Rajia Baroudi, Emily O'Brien, David S. Lee
- Director: Chris Williams
Comments
- LancelotSB - 25 May 2024
How to Train Your Dragons X One Piece X Monster Hunter X Pirates of the Caribbean
Both the animation quality and the scores were top-notch. The storyline and writing were perfect, and the world-building aspect of this movie was outstanding.
It was very reminiscent of One Piece, Monster Hunters, and How to Train Your Dragon - all mixed up together. Certain parts of this movie also reminded me of the Pirates of the Caribbean.
The character design, especially the monsters, was great. The voice castings were excellent and gave compelling performances throughout the movie. The action scenes were outstanding, and I loved the thrilling adventure aspect of this movie.
The original song was great, although not very catchy or memorable. It's something every child would get excited about. Highly recommended. - emjgiddy - 20 September 2023
An Intense Oceanic Thrill Ride
"The Sea Beast" takes viewers on an exhilarating ride through treacherous waters delivering a gripping tale of survival and suspense. Directed by a seasoned filmmaker this maritime thriller offers plenty of heart-pounding moments that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Set against the backdrop of the vast ocean the film follows a group of courageous seafarers who find themselves in a desperate struggle for survival when their ship is attacked by a monstrous sea creature. As the crew members fight to stay alive tensions rise alliances shift and their will to make it out alive is relentlessly tested.
One of the standout aspects of "The Sea Beast" is its captivating visuals. The film's cinematography skillfully captures the immense beauty and danger of the open sea immersing viewers in its vastness. The wide shots of the ship battling against towering waves and dark stormy skies create a sense of awe and danger effectively enhancing the suspenseful atmosphere.
The performances in "The Sea Beast" are commendable with the cast delivering convincing portrayals of individuals pushed to their limits. The ensemble cast showcases a range of emotions from fear and desperation to determination and resilience bringing depth to their characters. The chemistry among the actors feels genuine further enhancing the film's tension.
The pacing of the movie is generally well-balanced with a steady buildup of suspense and a gradual intensification of the threat. The initial character development helps establish a connection with the protagonists making their plight more engaging. However there are moments when the pacing feels a bit sluggish especially during the mid-act which might test the patience of some viewers.
Where "The Sea Beast" truly shines is in its thrilling sequences of peril. The encounters with the titular sea creature are filled with adrenaline-inducing moments as the crew fights for survival against a seemingly invincible enemy. These sequences are expertly choreographed and showcase the harrowing reality of being at the mercy of the deep sea.
Despite its strengths "The Sea Beast" falls short when it comes to a deeper exploration of its characters. While there are glimpses of personal stories and conflicts they often remain underdeveloped. Some viewers might have wished for a more substantial exploration of the crew members' backstories adding further layers to their motivations.
Additionally the film's reliance on certain genre tropes is noticeable which may make certain plot twists predictable for seasoned moviegoers. Nevertheless the solid execution and captivating performances compensate for these predictable moments allowing the viewer to enjoy the film's thrilling ride.
"The Sea Beast" is a satisfying maritime thriller that provides plenty of excitement and suspense. Although it occasionally stumbles in character development and relies on familiar genre elements its stunning visuals intense sequences and strong performances make it an entertaining choice for fans of survival stories set at sea. With a captivating premise and a few unexpected turns it manages to keep viewers engaged until the end.
Overall "The Sea Beast" earns a solid 7/10 rating offering an adrenaline-fueled journey that delivers on its promise of thrills and provides an enjoyable cinematic ride. - cricketbat - 3 April 2023
I expected The Sea Beast to be a little more impressive
If I hadn't been able to chart out the entire path of The Sea Beast as soon as it began, I might have liked it more. This movie pretty much navigates along the same path as How to Train Your Dragon, but with less creativity and humor. The characters are mostly one-dimensional, too. I wanted more out of Karl Urban's performance as Jacob. Also, the character of Maisie was completely inconsistent in how she spoke and reacted to things, depending on what the story demanded, and yet she is never wrong. I didn't dislike it, and my kids enjoyed it, I think I was just expecting more from The Sea Beast. - Slarkshark - 19 November 2022
How to Train Your Sea Beast
I'm sure this title has been taken because let's be honest, we're all thinking the same thing. This was a really well done and visually amazing movie, with a very familiar plot line. That of course being the one from 'How to Train Your Dragon'. It's virtually identical, except it uses sea monsters instead of dragons, and pirates instead of vikings. Not there was anything necessarily wrong with that because I thought it was great. Though, the movie title seemed a tad uninspired.
Karl Urban is the man, so naturally he made the film better.
In conclusion, it's a fun family film suited for all ages, including adults. - mrspecttra - 28 September 2022
Awesome animation for everyone.
Very beautiful movie. Appealing for both kids and for grown ups. The landscapes were amazing, the animation was one of the best that was ever created. The story is very refreshing and relaxing to watch. The dialogues are just perfect.
There are action scenes, emotional scenes, cute scenes, funny scenes.
Awesome soundtrack also.
It has something to learn for the kids too, but is also packed with enough action to keep grown ups hooked.
I honestly think this movie will remain a super great one in time, and it may also rival with other classics like "Frozen" or " How to train your dragon".
Will definitely rewatch. - siggirules - 2 September 2022
Neflix is overtaking Disney/Pixar!
What a fantastic Animated movie! An imaginative world, likable characters, great monster design and some of the best visuals that are on par with what Disney and Pixar's best productions, all wrapped together in an engaging and well paced story.
To be fair, the premise is not the most most original one, half Moby Dick, half How to train your Dragon with a good dose of Pirates of the Caribbean mixed in, a lot of plots and themes feel very familiar and safe, but they are executed well and expert;y mixed together.
The technical side is a true highlight, the underwater shots are amongst the best I've ever seen in an CGI movie. The voice cast is really good without exception, helped by the fact that the dialogue is kept in a consistent tone fitting the depicted period (no distracting modern language if a few fun exceptions).
The movie should work best for older kids , teens and adults, there is not enough humor in it and some central themes (revenge) are a bit heavy for younger kids. It is tonally closest to the How to Train Your Dragon sequels, which I loved.
The best animated movie I have seen in a while, I hope Netflix can keep up with this level of quality in the future to shake up the Disney/Pixar monopoly a bit!
