Swimming Pool

The Gist: Afflicted by writer's block, a successful British writer of mystery novels travels to the French countryside to unwind and recharge in her publisher's vacation home. The unexpected arrival of the publisher's daughter, a free-spirited and sexually adventurous girl who's the exact opposite of the uptight and reserved writer, will upend the woman's stay and jolt both her nerves and her writing.

Charlotte Rampling is one of my favorite actresses. She seems to effortlessly embody any character she plays, always delivering excellent performances.

Rampling was the main reason for watching this movie, but from the get-go it sucked me in. And Ludivine Sagnier perfectly holds her own.

The Bottom Line: I don't want to say more for fear of saying too much. Swimming Pool is a brilliantly written thriller that uses suspense and innuendo as well as it can be expected. A can't-miss.

Grade: 9