Swimming Pool 2003
"On the surface, all is calm."
François Ozon's *Swimming Pool (2003)* unfolds in the sun-drenched isolation of Southern France, where a reclusive British crime novelist seeks the solitude needed to craft her next manuscript.
Director: François Ozon
Cast
Charlotte Rampling
Sarah Morton
Ludivine Sagnier
Julie
Charles Dance
John Bosload
Marc Fayolle
Marcel
Jean-Marie Lamour
Franck
Mireille Mossé
Marcel's Daughter
Michel Fau
First Man
Jean-Claude Lecas
Second Man
Émilie Gavois-Kahn
Waitress at Cafe
Erarde Forestali
Old Man
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swimming Pool (2003) about?
The film follows a British novelist who retreats to her publisher's secluded villa in France to write, only to be disrupted by the publisher's daughter. Their uneasy relationship escalates into a crime that forces the novelist to confront uncomfortable truths about herself and her art.
Who directed Swimming Pool?
François Ozon, the acclaimed French filmmaker known for his bold and atmospheric storytelling, directed *Swimming Pool*.
Who stars in Swimming Pool?
The film stars Charlotte Rampling as the novelist, Ludivine Sagnier as the publisher's daughter, and Charles Dance in a pivotal supporting role.
Is Swimming Pool (2003) worth watching?
With its sharp performances and Ozon's signature style, *Swimming Pool* is a standout psychological thriller. The slow-burn tension and stylish direction make it a rewarding watch for fans of genre-defying cinema.
How long is Swimming Pool?
The film runs for 102 minutes.
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About Swimming Pool (2003) — A Psychological Thriller of Secrets and Solitude
François Ozon's *Swimming Pool (2003)* unfolds in the sun-drenched isolation of Southern France, where a reclusive British crime novelist seeks the solitude needed to craft her next manuscript. Her peace is shattered when the publisher's enigmatic daughter arrives unannounced, injecting tension and unpredictability into the serene setting. What begins as a clash of personalities soon spirals into a dark, twist-laden narrative that blurs the line between fiction and reality. Ozon masterfully crafts a psychological thriller where the idyllic façade of a country estate hides simmering secrets, making it a gripping exploration of obsession and the creative process.
Charlotte Rampling delivers a powerhouse performance as the novelist, her steely presence contrasting with Ludivine Sagnier's alluring, unpredictable energy. The film's hypnotic atmosphere lingers long after the credits roll, blending thriller elements with Ozon's signature blend of irony and suspense. Set against the glistening backdrop of a swimming pool that mirrors both tranquility and concealed danger, this movie is a slow-burning descent into a world where nothing is as it seems.
