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Swing Ride

Swing Ride (2022)

Mar 24, 2022 1h 36m Drama

Benedetta, an obese fifteen-year-old yearning for attention, lives in a tawdry province in the south of Italy, emblematic of her inner landscape where everything could be and yet is not. She falls in love with Armando, aka Amanda, a young transvestite who is attracted to the young girl's innocence and begins an unhealthy relationship of mutual dependence with her. Amanda runs a carousel at the fair across the street from Benedetta's house, and the girl is magnetically drawn to this colorful and exciting world. But Amanda not only runs the carousel, she's also a call boy and sells drugs. Between intoxication and family rebellion and the discovery of sex - a great disappointment - she completes her rite of passage into adulthood.

Directed by Chiara Bellosi

Cast

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Gaia Di Pietro

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Andrea Carpenzano
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Andrea Carpenzano

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Barbara Chichiarelli
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Barbara Chichiarelli

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Giandomenico Cupaiuolo
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Giandomenico Cupaiuolo

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Francesca Antonelli
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Francesca Antonelli

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Alessio Praticò
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Alessio Praticò

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Claudia Salerno

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Paola Tintinelli
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Paola Tintinelli

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Germana Petavrachi

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Rachele Petavrachi

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Crew

Director
  • Chiara Bellosi
Writer
  • Maria Teresa Venditti
  • Luca De Bei
Producer
  • Carlo Cresto-Dina

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Swing Ride examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Chiara Bellosi brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Swing Ride took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 116 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The musical score contains over 74 unique compositions.
  • The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2022, when this film is released:
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: March 24, 2022
  • Runtime: 1h 36m

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