The Swan
(2023)
Overview
Two large, ignorant bullies ruthlessly pursue a small, brilliant boy in this young adult Roald Dahl short story.
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Reviews
Alunauwie
⭐ 9/10September 30, 2025
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’… read the rest.
CinemaSerf
⭐ 7/10September 23, 2026
This isn't so much a tale about an elegant bird as a tale about the toxicity of bullying. Narrated by Rupert Friend, (almost unrecognisable from his muscly days in "The Last Legion" from 2007) he regales us with a tale of the unpleasant experiences of the young "Peter" at the hands of two local urchins who make his life a misery. They tie him to the railway tracks, then they force him high up into a tree and then take pots shots at him with their… read the rest.
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Released
Original Language
EN
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