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The Teacher Who Promised the Sea
Based on the true story of Antoni Benaiges.
2023·1h 45m·★ 7.7
Spanish original
The buried memories of the Spanish Civil War are unearthed as a woman searches for the remains of her grandfather's father and discovers the story of an idealistic young teacher from Tarragona.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
Best fit
Who it is for
A good fit when you already know the general kind of movie you want and want a little more context before pressing play.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 45m
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Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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