

The Big Swap
1998-06-11 · 116 min · ★ 4.7
In this British drama, Ellen (Sorcha Brooks) and Jack (Antony Edridge) recall a time when they traded partners, and their remarks set a partner-swapping party in motion among four other couples. As the long night's journey into sex progresses, various fears and anxieties surface. Shown at Montreal's 1997 World Film Festival and the 1997 San Sebastian Film Festival.
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- Directors
- Niall Johnson
- Production companies
- Unavailable
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 50
- Revenue
- USD 60
Top Cast
Mark CavenMichael
Jackie SawirisSydney
Kevin HowarthJulian
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