The Swap

On the surface "The Swap" appears to parody a scene from a classic gangster film of covert dodgy dealings, yet Rosefeldt's manipulation thrusts it into contemporary reality. Set at a deserted container terminal, two rival mobs pull up in cars, about to perform the familiar briefcase exchange of concealed goods. Clad in leather, guns poised; Rosefeldt plays once again with our stereotypical expectations, luring the viewer into a sense of familiarity until an unpredictable turn challenges our perception and exacerbates seemingly subtle aspects of their behaviour.

• Release date
• January 1, 2015
• Runtime
• 16 min
• Director
• Julian Rosefeldt

Cast

D

Davide Camplani

M

Mario Demski Rafał Dziemidok

F

Frank Fink

G

Grayson Millwood

A

Ante Pavic

V

Virgis Puodziunas

J

Jeff Wood