Beyond the Sea
Based on the life and career of legendary entertainer, Bobby Darin, the biopic moves back and forth between his childhood and adulthood, to tell the tale of his life.
Critics Sentiment
Bobby's triumphant opening night performance at the Copa nightclub
Devastated Bobby becomes a recluse living in Big Sur trailer
The dramatic crash from Bobby's Copa triumph to his devastating family revelation and subsequent retreat to Big Sur represents the film's most significant emotional plunge.
Critics praised Kevin Spacey's remarkable vocal performance and the film's energetic musical sequences, particularly the early career highlights like the Copacabana show. However, many found the biographical elements rushed and superficial, with important emotional beats like Sandra Dee's alcoholism and Bobby's family revelation inadequately explored. The film succeeded as a showcase for Spacey's talents but struggled as a coherent life story, leading to mixed reception overall.
Full cast
Kevin Spacey
Bobby Darin
Kate Bosworth
Sandra Dee (Mrs Darin)
John Goodman
Steve Blauner
Bob Hoskins
Charlie Cassotto Maffia
Brenda Blethyn
Polly Cassotto
Greta Scacchi
Mary Duvan
Caroline Aaron
Nina Cassoto Maffia
Mehmet Yilmaz
Bodyguard
Peter Cincotti
Dick Behrke
William Ullrich
Little Bobby
Michael Byrne
Dr. Andretti
Matt Rippy
David Gershenson
Gary Whelan
Jules Podell
Jake Broder
1st Assistant Director
Tayfun Bademsoy
Ahmet Ertegun
Magdalena Maslik
Dancer
Fergus Logan
Dancer
Turgay Manduz
Bodyguard
Crew
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