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I Was a Swiss Banker
Roger is a young, dashing banker full of boyish self-confidence. He has a highly successful business, smuggling black money across the border for reinvestment. But then a split second reaction changes his entire life. Flagged down one day by a customs officers, Roger loses his cool and makes a run for it. His only means of escape: diving headlong into Lake Constance, thereby catapulting himself out of his life as a banker and into a totally new universe, populated with shy mermaids decked out in Lara Croft gear, and cunning magpie witches in helicopters. As in a Grimm Brothers fairy tale, Roger has to pass three tests to cast off the witch’s curse and find happiness. His underwater journey through an intoxicatingly beautiful Switzerland is enhanced by the enchanting songs of sirens – a fable full of lust for life and love.
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Plot Summary
This documentary delves into the lives of the Mella family, who were involved in banking in Switzerland. It explores their experiences and perspectives on the secretive world of Swiss finance. The film offers a personal look at the pressures and complexities associated with this profession.
Critical Reception
The film garnered attention for its unique subject matter, providing an inside look into the typically private world of Swiss banking through the lens of one family. Critical responses often highlighted its intimate portrayal and the unusual nature of its focus.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a rare glimpse into the world of Swiss bankers.
The personal perspective of the Mella family is engaging.
The film's documentary style captures the essence of its subject.
Google audience: Audience reception data is limited for this niche documentary, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The documentary focuses on a family that was genuinely involved in Swiss banking, providing a personal and direct account of their experiences.
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