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The Swimmer

1981·Movie
1h 45min
IMDb6.9

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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About

The tale of a 20th century family line of swimmers who all attempt to swim some near-impossible distance in the Black Sea.
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Crew

Directed by:
Irakli Kvirikadze
Written by:
Irakli Kvirikadze
Composed by:
Teymuraz Bakuradze

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Swimmer

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Where can I stream The Swimmer legally?

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Is The Swimmer worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Swimmer?

1 h 45 min

The Swimmer runs 1 h 45 min.

Is The Swimmer based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Swimmer in?

Georgian

It was made in Georgian. Produced in Russia.

What tropes does The Swimmer use?

Shameful StripHappy PlaceNaked People Are FunnyCosmic PlaythingParental Neglect"All Grown Up" RemarkFake OrgasmExtremely Short TimespanOne Dialogue, Two ConversationsStepford SmilerNice GuyGone Horribly Rightand 35 more

TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for The Swimmer, including Shameful Strip, Happy Place, Naked People Are Funny.