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2023•17 min•Drama

The Swan

Is The Swan a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Swan worth watching? With a rating of 6.8/10, this Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Swan Synopsis

Two large, ignorant bullies ruthlessly pursue a small, brilliant boy in this young adult Roald Dahl short story.

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Top Cast

Rupert Friend
Rupert FriendNarrator / Adult Peter Watson
Ralph Fiennes
Ralph FiennesRoald Dahl
Asa Jennings
Asa JenningsPeter Watson
Eliel Ford
Eliel FordStagehand
Truman Hanks
Truman HanksStagehand
Benoît Herlin
Benoît HerlinStagehand
Octavio Tapia
Octavio TapiaStagehand

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Swan worth watching?

The Swan has received mixed reviews with a 6.8/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is The Swan hit or flop?

The Swan has received average ratings (6.8/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Swan?

The Swan is a Drama movie that Two large, ignorant bullies ruthlessly pursue a small, brilliant boy in this young adult Roald Dahl short story....

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Critic Reviews

AlunauwieSep 30, 2025
★ 9

The Swan is a deeply moving short film about a bullied boy named Peter, narrated by his adult self, which adds emotional depth to the story. The film uses implicit visuals to immerse viewers in Peter’s perspective, though this style may not appeal to all. Despite limited settings, creative camera work keeps the narrative engaging. The escalating tension from bullying acts culminates in a powerful, heartbreaking conclusion highlighted by a mother’s emotional plea. This film is ideal for audiences who appreciate artistic storytelling focused on narrative over explicit visuals. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)