THE TEACHER WHO PROMISED THE SEA

Inspired by true events, this drama follows a teacher who transforms the lives of his young students on the eve of the Spanish Civil War, placing him in the crossfire of local authorities. Idealistic Catalonian educator Antoni Benaiges is appointed as the new schoolmaster of a small, isolated village in the province of Burgos. With an innovative approach, he soon wins over his reluctant pupils inspiring his young charges to hope and to broaden their horizons.