The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on 5 September 2019. But out in the deep Atlantic, an unfathomable life-form soon ensnares the boat. Coming Soon. Instead, Hardiman’s survival exercise, drenched in plenty of moody lighting and only ankle-deep mystery, is almost too subtle to care about, feeling an awful lot like a scream caught in one’s throat or an uncomfortably stifled sneeze. Above average for the genre and fairly original/creative compared the usual predictable movies churned out. Sea Fever also stars Dougray Scott, Connie Nielsen, and Olwen Fouéré. Add the first question. First you’ve got Gerard’s blatant disregard for the rules; his needs come first no matter the consequences. Ardmore Studios, Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, What to Watch if You Miss the "Game of Thrones" Cast. A daughter, mother and grandmother are haunted by a manifestation of dementia that consumes their family's home. Sea Fever is a topical aquatic horror film that combines the frights of a creature feature with the suspense of an outbreak film. Gerard (Dougray Scott) puts it down to "sea fever" and when they return to their ship, they realise that they're not trapped anymore. His open wound, of course. If Sea Fever never quite heats up as much as it could, it remains an engrossing, well-acted sci-fi thriller with effective horror elements. "[18], This article is about the 2019 film. Don't have an account? (Sound familiar?). But just as often, it fumbles when deciding what it is, what it wants to be, and where it's heading. For fans of sea monsters and pandemic horror, Neasa Hardiman's indie feature is sure to be a crowd pleaser. "[14] On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 60 out of 100, based on 21 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews". She heats the tank to force it to leave which it does – right through the hull. |, April 12, 2020 The movie stars Hermione Corfield as Siobhán, a brilliant young scientist who reluctantly spends some time at sea in order to complete her doctorate. And while we’re all eager to get a firm date to lift restrictions and go back to business, we’ve got to take the time to identify and extrapolate patterns to figure out the best course of action. With interesting ideas, a solid cast, intriguing creature, and tight quarters, "Sea Fever" presents an often-taut genre narrative. Sudi dies and Siobhán disables the ship, before getting everyone to check the eyes of the rest of the crew for parasites. When they get back into the raft, they spot lights in the distance but it’s too late for Siobhán. | Rating: B- Just because their eyes were clear, Ciara's fate showed that the test didn't exactly have a 100% success rate. [4][5], Sea Fever had it world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on 5 September 2019. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? | Rating: 3/5 Uh-oh. While it might be easier for the crew to blame their misfortune on having someone with red hair aboard, the reality is, Gerard’s initial decision is what landed them in this position. "If we go ashore and one of us is a carrier, then those things will spread, really fast… We can't just think about Sudi," she warns. But it's not clear straightaway if he's been infected. Only if you're fascinated by all sorts of aquatic peril should you venture into these waters. Coming Soon, Regal Regal Freya (Connie Neilsen) wants to travel home to get help, but Siobhán tries to persuade the crew that they need to stay onboard until they're sure no-one else is infected. The crew sees another ship on the horizon, and Gerard, Johnny, and Siobhan row to it to seek help. The site's critical consensus reads: "If Sea Fever never quite heats up as much as it could, it remains an engrossing, well-acted sci-fi thriller with effective horror elements. As the ship sinks, they light it on fire to act as a beacon before boarding a lifeboat. A romantic getaway for two troubled college sweethearts turns into a struggle for survival when unexpected guests - and the surrounding environment - exhibit signs of a mysterious infection. The lone survivor of an enigmatic spaceship incident hasn't returned back home alone-hiding inside his body is a dangerous creature. Copyright © Fandango. As one might expect, everyone else is furious but Siobhán explains it’s not about them; it’s about their families. They’re strapped for cash and desperate for a big haul. A teenager's weekend at a lake house with her father takes a turn for the worse when a group of convicts wreaks havoc on their lives. Siobhán suspects that the new plan worked, but this is also when she tells Freya (Connie Nielsen) that they can’t go ashore until they’re absolutely certain that none of them are infected. Sea Fever is a 2019 science fiction horror thriller film written and directed by Neasa Hardiman, starring Hermione Corfield, Dougray Scott and Connie Nielsen. Whatever it is, that substance has made its way into Johnny’s (Jack Hickey) system thanks to his injured hand. 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So now the ship is sinking. | Rating: 3/4 They won't be able to see your review if you only submit your rating. They’re dealing with the spawn of a hadopelagic species, something from the deepest regions of the ocean, so Siobhán suggests that they might be able to kill the eggs with an intense UV light. Just confirm how you got your ticket. Three best friends embark on a road trip to a heavy-metal show, where they bond with three aspiring musicians and head off to one of the girls' country home for an after-party. The next time they check the water tank, however, that’s not the case. A strong cast, a smart screenplay, and a gloomy tone help sell this low-key bio-horror. Sadly, these are the only traits we get to learn about her. I highly  recommend giving Sea Fever a watch but if you need a little more convincing before committing, check out my full review of the movie from TIFF 2019 right here. Abnormalities start popping up as soon as the boat hits that supposed shoal. |. "[16] Benjamin Lee of The Guardian awarded the film three out of five stars, calling it "a low-budget effort with high ambitions, something that's hard not to admire". The film follows the crew of a marooned fishing trawler, who find themselves threatened by a parasitic infection. Sudi's condition deteriorates, confirming that he's been infected too. However, Siobhan insists that when they arrive at port, they self-quarantine on the trawler for a further 36 hours before returning to shore: if any of them has already been infected, they risk introducing the infection to the public. Sea Fever is a 2019 science fiction horror thriller film written and directed by Neasa Hardiman, starring Hermione Corfield, Dougray Scott and Connie Nielsen. | Rotten (14). It’s a disappointing ending that threatens to, but thankfully fails, to derail what is otherwise an immensely enjoyable film. and the Terms and Policies, Click the button below and wait for a message from our Facebook bot in Messenger! The percentage of Approved Tomatometer Critics who have given this movie a positive review. When the crew notice that whatever's marooned them is affecting the hull of the ship, Siobhán goes to investigate and discover it's not barnacles on the hull, but "tendrils" from "one huge animal". As a rescue helicopter, alerted by the fire, approaches, Siobhan dives into the water, swimming down towards the bioluminescent creature. It has received generally positive reviews, with several critics comparing the film's plot to the COVID-19 pandemic. Siobhán deduces that the life-form likes the deep cold so if they heat the water tank, that might slow it down. and to receive email from Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango. The movie stars Hermione Corfield as Siobhán, a brilliant young scientist who reluctantly spends some time at sea in order to complete her doctorate. Siobhán’s reclusive awkwardness doesn’t help, and neither does her flaming red hair, believed by folklores and legends to bring bad luck. (2019). A solidly crafted one location horror that establishes an effective atmosphere of desperation. For every “Life”—Daniel Espinosa’s stylish, space-set survival horror/thriller from 2017—there seems to be a lifeless “Sea Fever,” in which writer/director Neasa Hardiman attempts to transpose familiar beyond-the-atmosphere terrors to open seas and underwater. Well made, if underwhelming, take on infectious diseases as a fishing boat endures the maladies associated with meeting a new life form. Thinking it may be a newly-discovered form of giant squid, the crew attempt to capture it with their net, but the creature proves too heavy. Two couples rent a vacation home for what should be a celebratory weekend get-away. What the hell was Netflix's Eli actually about? You're almost there! There are no approved quotes yet for this movie. (Think that comes in handy much?) [3] However, scheduling issues meant she became unavailable, and she was replaced by Connie Nielsen. Who’s infected? Lowering their nets, they make large catch of fish, and the crew is in high spirits. So now the question becomes, how do they get the remaining creature off the ship? |, April 18, 2020 Frakas Productions, You might not think that a movie like Sea Fever would be a good fit for the current entertainment needs of the world. Actress Toni Collette was originally chosen for the lead role. She’s infected. For every “Life”—Daniel Espinosa’s stylish, space-set survival horror/thriller from 2017—there seems to be a lifeless “Sea Fever,” in which writer/director Neasa Hardiman attempts to transpose familiar beyond-the-atmosphere terrors to open seas and underwater. Immerse Yourself in Martin Scorsese’s World Cinema Project #3, New Works Virtual Festival Rescheduled for November, Seeking Editors, Video Interview: Aaron Sorkin, Eddie Redmayne & Frank Langella on The Trial of the Chicago 7. Siobhan and Omid use alcohol to ignite a fire on the Niamh Cinn Óir and then abandon it on an inflatable boat. Without any spoilers I would describe it as a 2nd rate "The Thing" except set on a boat/ocean. Are either of them infected? © 2020 Collider Cryptomedia, Inc. All Rights Reserved. She has to endure a While they do manage to get it off, Siobhán knows that animals don’t catch something and then just let it go. By creating an account, you agree to the Privacy Policy Johnny washes his face in the sink, loses his vision, blood starts to fill his eyes and then they pop revealing a whole bunch of what Siobhán saw swimming in them – parasites.