I believe that movies and dramas do not necessarily have to be entertaining to be good and vice versa. Just because something is entertaining does not automatically equate it to being good too.

In that vein- Il Mare is not at all entertaining but it is technically good and sound on all fronts . The story is groundbreaking , original and unique. The cinematography is sublime and the romantic conviction is strong and timed. It is truly a well told love story but ultimately, kinda boring.