The Swimmer (1968) | Full Movie | Movies Anywhere

…The Swimmer’s social commentary is a little dated now perhaps, but the acerbic portrayal of the toxic American male in decline is captured in a way that should really sing for modern viewers…

Burt Lancaster’s performance is arguably his very best, with the actor recognizing his unique positioning to capture the rotted heart of this quickly evaporating creature.

Based on a short story by John Cheever, this movie is an allegory inconspicuously larded with the torment of regret. It is sprightly, tidy, and devastating in the same way that an episode of Mad Men ought to be and often is.

As Ned embarks on his odyssey, his rich luxurious playground gradually turns into a nightmare. The beautiful paradise begins to shows signs of decay, rotting from the inside.