The Big Blue 1988
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SplatChildhood friends Jacques and Enzo share a passion for the danger of free diving. Jacques, following in the footsteps of his father, who died at sea when Jacques was a boy, harbors a remarkable ability to adjust his heart rate and breathing patterns in the water, with his vital signs more closely resembling those of dolphins than men.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jacques Mayol
as Enzo Molinari
as Johana Baker
as Dr. Laurence
as Novelli
as Uncle Louis
as Roberto
as Duffy
as Bonita
as Sally
Director:
Writer:
Luc Besson, Marilyn Goldin, Marc Perrier, Jacques Mayol, Robert Garland
Stars:
Jean-Marc Barr, Jean Reno, Rosanna Arquette, Paul Shenar, Sergio Castellitto, Jean Bouise, Marc Duret, Griffin Dunne, Valentina Vargas, Kimberly Beck,
Genres:
Romance,Adventure,Drama
Release Date:
1988 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
168 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Big Blue
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Jacques Mayol
as Enzo Molinari
as Johana Baker
as Dr. Laurence
as Novelli
as Uncle Louis
as Roberto
as Duffy
as Bonita
as Sally
as La Mamma
as Priest
as Alfredo
as Supervisor
as Noireuter
as Franck
as Superintendent
as Jacques' Father
as Young Jacques
as Young Enzo
as Japanese Diver
as Doctor
as Taxi Driver in U.S.A
as Receptionist
as Dolphin Trainer
as Blond Diver (uncredited)
as Lady in Elevator (uncredited)
as Wedged Diver (uncredited)
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