Swap Meet
Swap Meet

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Swap Meet

1983
Movie
Adult · 18+
120 min
French

The mansion that a young couple inherits has been, they find, a center for sophisticated depravity. They get immersed in voyeurism and hedonistic love triangles with their willing servants. Eventually the entire household, including the guests at a formal dinner party, get caught up in the antics.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: FilmmakersGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A petty thief and his girlfriend get involved in a series of misunderstandings and escalating conflicts after a valuable item is stolen from a swap meet. As they try to navigate the chaotic situation, they encounter a variety of colorful characters and find themselves in increasingly absurd predicaments.

Critical Reception

Swap Meet was not a critical darling upon its release, often being described as a low-budget exploitation comedy with a thin plot. While some might have found amusement in its over-the-top antics, most reviews pointed to its amateurish production values and uninspired storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often cited for its low-budget feel and nonsensical plot.

  • Features a performance by Ray Sharkey that critics noted as trying to elevate the material.

  • Generally considered a forgettable comedy from the early 80s.

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Fun Fact

The film's director is credited as 'Filmmakers', suggesting a lack of a singular directorial vision or perhaps a production company credited as the director.

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