Song of the Sea
The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.
Critics Sentiment
Great Seanachaí reveals Mac Lir's story to Ben
Granny forcibly relocates Ben and Saoirse to Dublin
The film rises dramatically from the conventional plot development of the children's relocation to the transcendent mythological revelations in the Great Seanachaí sequence.
Song of the Sea maintains consistently high audience appreciation throughout, with reviewers praising its blend of Celtic mythology and emotional authenticity. The film peaks during its mythological revelations and maintains exceptional sentiment through its profound ending. Critics consistently highlighted the film's ability to treat complex themes with intelligence while remaining accessible to all ages.
Full cast
David Rawle
Ben (voice)
Brendan Gleeson
Conor / Mac Lir (voice)
Lisa Hannigan
Bronach (voice)
Fionnula Flanagan
Granny / Macha (voice)
Lucy O'Connell
Saoirse (voice)
Jon Kenny
Ferry Dan / The Great Seanachaí (voice)
Pat Shortt
Lug (voice)
Colm Ó'Snodaigh
Mossy (voice)
Liam Hourican
Spud / Bus Driver (voice)
Kevin Swierszcz
Young Ben (voice)
Will Collins
Additional Voices (voice)
Paul Young
Additional Voices (voice)
Crew
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