Palm Swings
Palm Swings

Movie spotlight

Palm Swings

2021
Movie
25 min
English

A bisexual couple take a romantic getaway to the desert, which is turned upside down by a clingy rental host and an impromptu threesome with a male friend. Tensions rise, chaos reigns...and then they find a body in the pool.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users75%
Director: Caitlin RyanGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Two young women, one an aspiring artist and the other a pragmatic writer, find themselves in a complex romantic entanglement with the same man. As their feelings grow, they must navigate the unconventional dynamics of their relationships and confront societal expectations.

Critical Reception

Palm Swings received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its unique exploration of modern relationships and its performances, though some found the narrative to be somewhat underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of a polyamorous relationship.

  • Commended for strong performances from its lead actors, particularly in conveying emotional depth.

  • Some critics noted that the film's pacing could be slow at times and the ending felt abrupt.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's attempt to tackle complex relationship dynamics with sensitivity. Many found the characters relatable and the story thought-provoking, although a segment of viewers wished for a more definitive resolution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the 2021 Outfest Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a secluded, minimalist villa in the hills of Los Angeles, which helped to create the intimate and somewhat isolated atmosphere of the characters' relationships.

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