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The Big Bad Swim
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The Big Bad Swim

2006-04-26 · 96 min · ★ 5.6

Comedy · Drama

An adult swim class sets the stage for this sexually charged comedy-drama about love, loss, and second chances. Three strangers -- inextricably connected through personal heartbreak -- find themselves entering deep water as they learn that life isn't always about diving right in -- it's about getting your feet wet once in awhile.

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Directors
Ishai Setton
Production companies
Four Act Films, Renart Films, Setton Sun Productions, Visit Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Paget BrewsterPaget BrewsterAmy Pierson
Jeff BransonJeff BransonNoah Owens
Jess WeixlerJess WeixlerJordan Gallagher
Raviv UllmanRaviv UllmanHunter McCarthy
Avi SettonDavid Gallagher
Todd SusmanTodd SusmanMartin Webber
Kevin Porter YoungCarl
Darla HillJoanna Webber
Terria JosephNorah
Liza LapiraLiza LapiraPaula
Crystal BockCrystal BockMary Beth
Emma Adele GalvinJaime
Tori DavisTori DavisDiane
Elizabeth N. HartElyse
Christopher LarkinChristopher LarkinCashier

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