Review of Swimming Pool (2003) by Kevin M. W — 21 Jan 2009

Although the shooting and acting are great, the ambiguity and ridiculousness in the second half ruins what could have been a great film. It never delves that deep.

This review of Swimming Pool (2003) was written by Kevin M. W on 21 Jan 2009.

Swimming Pool has generally received positive reviews.

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