The Swedish Torpedo

A biographical movie meant to depict the heroic story of a woman's efforts swimming across the English Channel unfortunately falls flat.

From the opening sequence it becomes clear the filmmakers intention are not to focus on her hardship in achieving this feat but instead her troubled personal life as a single mother. Even though this intention is admirable, the result is a sluggish drama that never is able to engage the viewer.

The screenwriting is too weak and underdeveloped, failing to create a strong enough plot that creates any significant forward movement.

The good art direction and photography is nowhere near enough to make a great film.

It's a real shame that this filmmakers lacks the talent to grasp the importance of strong narrative, believing that lingering moments of glances and mood is sufficient.

Hire better screenwriters.