Vincent Wants to Sea 2011

As 27-year-old Vincent navigates the intricate maze of institutional life, he is constantly haunted by the memories of his mother’s death while dealing with the challenges posed by Tourette’s syndrome. Within the confines of the hospital, he finds comfort in forming unexpected friendships. Alongside him are Alexander, a fellow patient struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Marie, who battles anorexia and hides a profound yearning for freedom. When Vincent’s father, a prominent politician, remains oblivious to his son’s unique requirements, the trio devises an audacious escape plan, stealing Dr. Rose’s car and setting off on a road trip that represents more than mere travel; they are pursuing the cherished memories of Vincent’s parents’ perfect honeymoon in Italy, where the waves reveal secrets to those who listen closely.

As they journey toward their destination, the bond between Marie and Vincent flourishes, akin to a rare flower blossoming in the wilderness. Meanwhile, both Dr. Rose and Vincent’s father are hot on their trail, each motivated by an urgent desire to recover the wayward patients. However, destiny holds unexpected twists: upon their arrival at the picturesque shores of Italy, Marie collapses under the burden of her untreated anorexia, exposing a devastating truth that shatters their dreams—she had been the architect of their reckless escape all along. As both Dr. Rose and Vincent’s father rush to return Alexander and Vincent back to the safety of their respective lives, Vincent grapples with a poignant conflict. Should he honor his commitment to return his mother’s ashes to his father, or should he pursue the deepening connection he has forged with Marie, who remains hospitalized as he heads back to the urban sprawl?