The Swimmer (1968) at Cameo Cinema
The Swimmer (1968)
Burt Lancaster stars as the titular backstroker in this adaptation of John Cheever's short story about one man's attempt to find meaning in his life. Ned Merrill (Lancaster) wakes up in a haze, confronted (and confounded) by the sterility of his wealthy suburban Connecticut existence. So, he decides to "swim" back to his house via every neighbor's pool along the route. Along the way, memories are evoked, and the "American Dream" is indicted.
Film Class with Ian McIver
$10 at the door
February theme: When Things Fall Apart
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Film Class with Ian McIver
$10 at the door
February theme: When Things Fall Apart
Burt Lancaster stars as the titular backstroker in this adaptation of John Cheever's short story about one man's attempt to find meaning in his life. Ned Merrill (Lancaster) wakes up in a haze, confronted (and confounded) by the sterility of his wealthy suburban Connecticut existence. So, he decides to "swim" back to his house via every neighbor's pool along the route. Along the way, memories are evoked, and the "American Dream" is indicted.
Film Class with Ian McIver
$10 at the door
February theme: When Things Fall Apart
Film Class with Ian McIver
$10 at the door
February theme: When Things Fall Apart
The Swimmer (1968)
Burt Lancaster stars as the titular backstroker in this adaptation of John Cheever's short story about one man's attempt to find meaning in his life. Ned Merrill (Lancaster) wakes up in a haze, confronted (and confounded) by the sterility of his wealthy suburban Connecticut existence. So, he decides to "swim" back to his house via every neighbor's pool along the route. Along the way, memories are evoked, and the "American Dream" is indicted.
Film Class with Ian McIver
$10 at the door
February theme: When Things Fall Apart
