The Swimming Pool

Beginning idyllically with Romy and Alain lounging alongside a gorgeous pool on the grounds of the palatial summer home they are vacationing in. The camera lingers over Romys' bathing suit perfect body and all seems placid until the arrival of an old friend, daughter in tow. Daughter Birkin is meant to be fetching but I just don't see it especially in the presence of the exquisite Schneider. But I did like the story as the history between these characters is peeled away. Act 3 and the introduction of a local police officer bring this once calm and playful story to a devious conclusion. I must insist mentioning the presence of Romy Schneider yet again hypnotizing me throughout. The very last scene is a mystery-open for discussion, for sure!                8/19/09