IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users66%
Director: Kevin Macdonald•Genres: Action, Thriller, Mystery, Adventure
A disillusioned submarine captain takes a job with a shady businessman to lead a dive crew into the treacherous depths of the Black Sea. Their mission is to recover a legendary sunken treasure, but the claustrophobic confines of the vessel and the greed of the men on board quickly turn the lucrative expedition into a desperate fight for survival against each other.
Black Sea received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise often directed at its tense atmosphere and performances, particularly Jude Law's. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped, leading to a lukewarm overall reception.
Jude Law delivers a compelling performance as a desperate submarine captain.
The film effectively creates a claustrophobic and suspenseful atmosphere.
Some critics found the plot to be somewhat formulaic and predictable.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an engaging and suspenseful thriller, particularly appreciating the tense underwater sequences and Jude Law's performance. Some viewers felt the story lacked originality and character depth, but the overall sentiment leaned towards positive.
The submarine used in the film, the 'Nautilus', was a modified research vessel and was actually capable of diving, unlike many film props.
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