

The Big Bad Swim
2006-04-26 · 96 min · ★ 5.6
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 BrewsterAmy Pierson
Jeff BransonNoah Owens
Jess WeixlerJordan Gallagher
Raviv UllmanHunter McCarthy
Todd SusmanMartin Webber
Liza LapiraPaula
Crystal BockMary Beth
Tori DavisDiane
Christopher LarkinCashierTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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