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Amy Adams Shines in Visually Stunning, Shallow 'At The Sea'

2/18/2026

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At The Sea, directed by Kornél Mundruczó and starring Amy Adams as Laura, premiered at the Berlin Film Festival February 16–22, 2026.
Critics say Amy Adams delivers a strong performance while the film relies on a shallow narrative and weak character development.
The screenplay relies heavily on exposition and fails to convey emotional depth.
Although the visuals are praised, they overshadow the story and the film feels fragmented.

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Story summary

At The Sea, directed by Kornél Mundruczó and starring Amy Adams as Laura, premiered at the Berlin Film Festival February 16–22, 2026.
Critics say Amy Adams delivers a strong performance while the film relies on a shallow narrative and weak character development.
The screenplay relies heavily on exposition and fails to convey emotional depth.
Although the visuals are praised, they overshadow the story and the film feels fragmented.