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I Am the Keeper 2014

★ 6.420 votes88 min📅 2014-08-01

Swiss director Sabine Boss crafts a raw, emotionally charged drama in *I Am the Keeper (2014)*, following Goalie—a former goalkeeper freshly released from prison after serving time for protecting his childhood friend Ueli.

Director: Sabine Boss

Cast

Marcus Signer
Marcus Signer
Goalie
Sonja Riesen
Sonja Riesen
Regula
Michael Neuenschwander
Michael Neuenschwander
Pesche
Pascal Ulli
Pascal Ulli
Ueli
Andreas Matti
Andreas Matti
Gross
Rebecca Indermaur
Rebecca Indermaur
Marta
Christian Liniger
Budi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Am the Keeper (2014) about?

The film follows Goalie, a former goalkeeper released from prison after taking the blame for his friend Ueli's crimes. Returning to his hometown, he tries to rebuild his life, but Ueli's worsening addiction puts their friendship—and Goalie's new start—at risk. A story of loyalty, change, and the ghosts of the past.

Who directed I Am the Keeper?

The film was directed by Sabine Boss, a Swiss filmmaker known for her intimate, character-driven dramas.

Who stars in I Am the Keeper?

The cast includes Marcus Signer as Goalie, Sonja Riesen, Michael Neuenschwander, Pascal Ulli, and Andreas Matti in key roles.

Is I Am the Keeper (2014) worth watching?

*I Am the Keeper* is a thought-provoking drama with strong performances and a compelling narrative about loyalty and change. While not widely rated, its emotional depth and realistic portrayal of small-town life make it worth a watch for fans of character-driven films.

How long is I Am the Keeper?

The film has a runtime of 88 minutes.

About I Am the Keeper (2014) — Redemption and Betrayal in a Swiss Small Town Drama

Swiss director Sabine Boss crafts a raw, emotionally charged drama in *I Am the Keeper (2014)*, following Goalie—a former goalkeeper freshly released from prison after serving time for protecting his childhood friend Ueli. Returning to his quiet hometown of Schummertal, Goalie seeks redemption and a fresh start, determined to leave his past behind. But Ueli's descent into addiction complicates everything, straining their lifelong bond. As loyalty clashes with self-reinvention, the film explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the struggle to outrun one's history. With a tense, melancholic atmosphere, Boss delivers a character-driven story about the scars we carry and the choices that define us.

Starring Marcus Signer as Goalie and Sonja Riesen as his sister-in-law, this intimate Swiss drama combines romance and introspective moments against a backdrop of small-town secrets. *I Am the Keeper (2014)* is a poignant meditation on redemption and the weight of silence, where every decision echoes through a community that never forgets.