Swiss Army Man

2016

"Life's greatest adventure can come from the unlikeliest source."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: Un cadáver para sobrevivir^? 🇰🇷 KO: 스위스 아미 맨^? 🇷🇴 RO: Soldatul elvețian 🇧🇬 BG: Мъртвецът, най-добрият ми приятел^? 🇮🇱 HE: איש האולר השוויצרי^? All international titles (6) →

Drama Adventure Comedy 97 min 6.9/10

Synopsis

Swiss Army Man is a movie released in 2016.

Swiss Army Man is a genre-blending film that combines elements of drama, adventure, comedy, romance, and fantasy. The narrative follows a stranded man who discovers a mysterious corpse on a remote island. This peculiar relationship develops as the man engages with the corpse, leading to a series of surreal and often whimsical adventures. The film explores themes of loneliness, companionship, and the struggle for connection in a disconnected world. The atmosphere of Swiss Army Man is both eccentric and contemplative, marked by a unique visual style and an imaginative approach to storytelling. The film delves into the complexities of human emotions through its unconventional characters and their interactions. It invites viewers to reflect on deeper existential questions while maintaining a blend of humor and absurdity. Swiss Army Man ultimately challenges traditional narrative structures, offering a fresh perspective on friendship and the human experience.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	2/5
Sexual Content	3/5
Language	2/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

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Violence

There are brief instances of mild violence including some physical struggles and perilous situations.

Sexual Content

There are suggestive themes and some mild sexual content, including discussions and references that may not be suitable for younger viewers.

Language

The film contains occasional strong language, but it is not pervasive.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are minimal references to substance use, but no explicit drug or alcohol use is shown.

Frightening Elements

Some scenes may be unsettling due to the nature of the storyline and the characters' situations.

Summary for parents:

Swiss Army Man is a unique blend of genres that explores themes of friendship, existentialism, and the human condition. While it contains some mature content, the film's overall tone is whimsical and surreal. Parents may want to discuss the film's themes and content with their children, particularly regarding its darker moments and suggestive themes.

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Box Office

Budget: $3,000,000

Revenue: $5,800,000

Profit $2,800,000

ROI +93.3% (1.9x)

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Cast of Swiss Army Man

Paul Dano

Hank

Daniel Radcliffe

Manny

Mary Elizabeth Winstead

Sarah

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Keywords

#survival 65 #friends 47 #beach 27 #buddy comedy 20 #corpse 18 #dead body 5 #deserted island 4 #fart 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about Swiss Army Man

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• The film was shot in various locations around the Pacific Northwest, primarily on a remote island in Washington State, which contributed to its natural and isolated aesthetic.

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• Daniel Radcliffe, who plays the deceased Manny, performed many of his own stunts, including the unique physical comedy that his character required.

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• In one scene, Hank references the movie Cast Away by mentioning Wilson, the volleyball, as a similar companion in his plight, creating a humorous nod to another survival story.

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• There is a moment where Manny's flatulence is used as a means of propulsion, illustrating the film's blend of absurdity and creativity, which was achieved through practical effects and careful editing.

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• The film's directors, Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan, are known collectively as Daniels and have developed a unique visual style that combines elements of surrealism and dark comedy, as seen in their previous works.

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