Swann
Swann

Swann

1997Movie96 minEnglish

Rose Hindmarsh finds herself at the centre of a controversy when she meets author Sarah Maloney as she investigates the life of Mary Swann, an obscure poet who was brutally murdered in a small town in rural Ontario.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Konstantin LalkovGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1943, American spy Sara Morton infiltrates Nazi-occupied Paris to extract a scientist crucial to the war effort. Posing as a singer named "Swann," she navigates the dangerous city, charming and manipulating her way through the occupation. Her mission becomes complicated by her growing feelings for a French Resistance fighter, forcing her to make difficult choices between duty and desire.

Critical Reception

Swann received a mixed reception, with critics often praising its atmosphere and lead performance but finding the plot somewhat predictable and the execution uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish portrayal of wartime Paris.
  • Stacy Edwards' performance as Swann was frequently highlighted.
  • Some critics found the narrative elements less engaging than its visual presentation.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Bulgaria, standing in for war-torn Paris.

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