Vincent Wants to Sea (2011): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Vincent Wants to Sea is a 2011 drama directed by Ralf Huettner. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $7.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 64% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Ralf Huettner
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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German - Studio
- Corinth Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Vincent Wants to Sea About?
The premise of Vincent Wants to Sea without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Vincent Gellner battles acceptance and self-expression while living with Tourette syndrome. Following the death of his mother, who never got to see the sea, Vincent undertakes a journey to fulfill her wish by scattering her ashes. He's joined by two unlikely friends, Marie and Alex, as they navigate a charming but chaotic environment, confronting personal struggles and finding connection along the way.
The Director of Vincent Wants to Sea
Directed by Ralf Huettner.
- Director Ralf Huettner
More from Ralf Huettner
More films directed by Ralf Huettner: Schreckenstein Castle 2, Schreckenstein Castle, Der Koch and Lost in Siberia.
Vincent Wants to Sea Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Vincent Wants to Sea 64% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 64% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 78%
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Metacritic 39 Metascore
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TMDB 67% User score
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Letterboxd 3.2 /5
4 ratings
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Movie Insider 2.0 /5
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Vincent Wants to Sea Plot Summary
What happens in Vincent Wants to Sea from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As 27-year-old Vincent navigates the intricate maze of institutional life, he is constantly haunted by the memories of his mother’s death while dealing with the challenges posed by Tourette’s syndrome. Within the confines of the hospital, he finds comfort in forming unexpected friendships. Alongside him are Alexander, a fellow patient struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Marie, who battles anorexia and hides a profound yearning for freedom. When Vincent’s father, a prominent politician, remains oblivious to his son’s unique requirements, the trio devises an audacious escape plan, stealing Dr. Rose’s car and setting off on a road trip that represents more than mere travel; they are pursuing the cherished memories of Vincent’s parents’ perfect honeymoon in Italy, where the waves reveal secrets to those who listen closely.
Full summary
The whole story of Vincent Wants to Sea, scene by scene
Vincent Wants to Sea Box Office
Vincent Wants to Sea grossed $7.9 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$7.9M
- International
- $7.9M
Vincent Wants to Sea Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Vincent Wants to Sea.
How Well Do You Know Vincent Wants to Sea?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is Vincent's main mental health condition?
Vincent Wants to Sea Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “文生去看海” and “Vincent quiere al mar”.
- Also known as
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- 文生去看海
- Vincent quiere al mar
- 文森特要看海
- Vincent Deniz İstiyor
- Vincent jede k moři
- וינסנט רוצה לים
- Vincent és a tenger
- 빈센트: 이탈리아 바다를 찾아
- Винсент хочет к морю
- Vincent chce nad morze
- Вінсент на шляху до моря
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Vincent Wants to Sea FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Vincent Wants to Sea, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Vincent Wants to Sea?
Vincent Wants to Sea runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Vincent Wants to Sea released?
Vincent Wants to Sea was released on June 24, 2011.
Who directed Vincent Wants to Sea?
Vincent Wants to Sea was directed by Ralf Huettner.
More films by Ralf Huettner How much did Vincent Wants to Sea make at the box office?
Vincent Wants to Sea grossed $7.9 million worldwide.
How is Vincent Wants to Sea rated?
Vincent Wants to Sea has 64% on Rotten Tomatoes, 39 on Metacritic, 67% on TMDB and 3.2/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Vincent Wants to Sea have a post-credit scene?
No. Vincent Wants to Sea has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Vincent Wants to Sea in?
The original language of Vincent Wants to Sea is German.
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