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The Swimmers
2022
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Average Rating
3.6
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3.0
While The Swimmers does occasionally dip into misery porn, its mostly an uplifting story that focuses on the dynamic between the sisters through their ..
whynow
4.5
It is inspiring and full of hope, all the while remaining devastating and moving.
Common Sense Media
4.5
Not all heroes wear capes, some wear swimming caps and The Swimmers is an empowering reminder that it is a human right to live safely, no matter where ..
Time Out
3.8
Based on the true story of Yusra and Sara Mardini, Sally El Hosainis The Swimmers is a touching portrait of their fight to survive and achieve the imp ..
Rogerebert
4.5
A sports drama with more at stake than individual glory a global humanist purview to which it ascends without getting the slightest bit preachy.
Telegraph
4.0
Filmed in the actual locations Yusra and Sara traversed, this is an inspiring film that deserves to be watched by as many people as possible. If you w ..
JoBlo
3.1
The emotional highpoint of The Swimmers arrives relatively early. After it does, theres little that seems as consequential...
Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
Sally El Hosaini, directing her first feature since 2012s My Brother the Devil, is never short of a striking image, and the film includes harsh ordeal ..
The Times
1.5
The film slowly goes from being something quite special to something quite ordinary.
Decider
3.0
This is fiercely powerful film making that is slightly undermined by the banality of the by numbers feelgood ending.
The Guardian
3.5
A long, sometimes broad film, but one that tackles an important and prescient subject, especially considering the ever increasing numbers of asylum se ..
Empire
4.0
The Swimmers tells this story as an inspirational (but rarely sugarcoated) crowd pleaser. Within those terms, it hits its marks.
The New York Times
4.5
Tales of resilience and courage marking the triumph of the human spirit never cease to awe, amaze and inspire.
Firstpost
4.0
Many athletes have shared their tales of overcoming near impossible odds to compete at the Olympics. But few could top the story of Yusra Mardini, who ..
The Sun
4.5
Advertisement You are able to ignore the films occasional flat, underlined patches because of its harrowing, powerful story.
The Indian Express
2.0
However, despite all the trauma that Yusra and Sarah survive, The Swimmers isnt grim.
Crooked Marquee
4.5
Sally El Hosainis latest film is filled with unforgettable, tear inducing and inspiring moments.
Awards Watch
4.0
Netflix is becoming a streaming service for untold, unbelievable stories and this film is certainly a must watch.
Ready Steady Cut
4.5
Its an engaging drama filled with as much joy as heartbreak and pain.
Hammer To Nail
3.5
The Swimmers may not be the best version of itself, but that doesnt mean its not good.
Next Best Picture
1.5
This slightly chaotic households mild comedics are pleasant enough.
48 Hills
4.5
Some strong performances and a very unexpected ending... This was good.
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