Swallow 2020
"Open Up."
Carlo Mirabella-Davis' unsettling psychological thriller *Swallow (2020)* plunges into the suffocating world of Hunter Conrad, a young expectant mother whose otherwise ordinary life spirals into a disturbing obsession with consuming inedible objects.
Director: Carlo Mirabella-Davis
Cast
Haley Bennett
Hunter Conrad
Austin Stowell
Richie Conrad
Elizabeth Marvel
Katherine Conrad
David Rasche
Michael Conrad
Denis O'Hare
Erwin William
Luna Lauren Vélez
Lucy
Zabryna Guevara
Alice
Laith Nakli
Luay
Babak Tafti
Aaron
Nicole Kang
Bev
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swallow (2020) about?
*Swallow (2020)* follows Hunter Conrad, a pregnant housewife whose quiet life unravels when she becomes compulsively fixated on swallowing dangerous, non-food items. As her husband and domineering in-laws tighten their control, she must confront the dark origins of her disturbing new obsession.
Who directed Swallow?
Carlo Mirabella-Davis directed *Swallow*. The film marks his feature debut and earned critical praise for its bold, unsettling approach to psychological drama.
Who stars in Swallow?
Haley Bennett leads the cast as Hunter Conrad, alongside Austin Stowell, Elizabeth Marvel, David Rasche, Denis O'Hare, and Luna Lauren Vélez in pivotal roles.
Is Swallow (2020) worth watching?
If you enjoy psychological thrillers with layered characters and atmospheric tension, *Swallow (2020)* is well worth your time. Haley Bennett's intense performance anchors the film, and its themes of control and repression linger long after the credits roll.
How long is Swallow?
The runtime of *Swallow* is 95 minutes.
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About Swallow (2020) — A Pregnant Bride's Haunting Obsession Explored by Carlo Mirabella-Davis
Carlo Mirabella-Davis' unsettling psychological thriller *Swallow (2020)* plunges into the suffocating world of Hunter Conrad, a young expectant mother whose otherwise ordinary life spirals into a disturbing obsession with consuming inedible objects. As her controlling in-laws and distant husband tighten their grip around her, Hunter's compulsions escalate, revealing a hidden core of resilience beneath her fraught existence. The film unfolds with a creeping sense of dread, blending domestic tension with surreal undertones to explore themes of autonomy, repression, and the fragility of control.
With Haley Bennett delivering a powerhouse performance at its heart, *Swallow (2020)* merges sharp character drama with the unnerving edge of a psychological thriller. The movie's atmospheric storytelling and bold visual choices craft a haunting portrait of a woman pushed to the brink—both by her circumstances and her own mind.
