Sound of the Sea 2001

Ulises arrives in Dénia and begins teaching literature

Ulises arrives in the coastal town of Dénia to take a teaching post in literature. He rents a room at a local hostel and immediately notices Martina, catching sight of her hanging clothes on the line. He feels an instantaneous attraction that will guide the rest of the story.

A connection forms as Ulises speaks of the Aeneid

Ulises and Martina grow closer as he recites passages from the Aeneid, enchanting Martina with the tale of Dido and Aeneas. She is captivated by his romantic quotations, and their bond deepens as they share literary conversations. The atmosphere around Valencia becomes the backdrop for their budding affection.

Martina dreams of Son de Mar and invites him aboard

Martina reveals her dream of buying the Son de Mar, a yacht from years past, and invites Ulises to see it. The plan intertwines with their growing romance as they imagine a future together. The invitation marks the shift from friendship to romantic possibility.

Ulises and Martina marry and have Abel

Their romance blossoms into marriage and Martina becomes pregnant. They marry in a hopeful moment and welcome a son named Abel. The couple envisions a life shaped by literature, travel, and the dreams tied to Son de Mar.

Sierra's presence and a party invitation sparks tension

Sierra, a local businessman who pursues Martina, invites the couple to a party. Ulises is momentarily drawn to a woman in a red dress, signaling the end of their exclusive bond. The encounter foreshadows the jealousy and rivalry that will test their relationship.

Ulises sails to catch a tuna; a storm and disappearance

The day after the party, Ulises goes out in his boat to catch a tuna for Martina. A violent storm arises and the boat is found, but Ulises disappears into the sea. A funeral is held for him as Martina mourns the presumed loss of her husband.

Martina remarries Sierra and pursues wealth

Five years pass and Martina, now a widow, marries Sierra to live the affluent lifestyle she had dreamed of. The stability of a secure life contrasts sharply with the memory of Ulises. The family settles into a life marked by comfort but haunted by the past.

Ulises calls, confessing his enduring love

From an unknown place, Ulises calls Martina, confessing that only after years of traveling has he learned he cannot live without her. His words rekindle the old flame and challenge the life Martina has built with Sierra. The call sets in motion a perilous choice between loyalty and passion.

Martina resists again and Sierra discovers the affair

Martina struggles against her renewed love for Ulises, and Sierra discovers she is cheating on him. Enraged, Sierra plots a drastic punishment to separate them for good. The web of betrayal tightens as tensions escalate between the lovers and Sierra.

Sierra sabotages Son de Mar; the lovers flee by sea

Sierra sabotages the Son de Mar to keep Martina and Ulises from fleeing together. The lovers escape aboard the yacht, trying to outrun a fate tethered to their past. The attempt ends in tragedy as they are stranded at sea.