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Switch
1991 104 min United States of America R 18+
★5.7
Fantasy, Comedy
Director: Blake Edwards
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Description
Steve Brooks, a sexist womanizer, is killed by a group of his angry former lovers. In heaven, he makes a bargain with God for redemption and agrees to return to Earth. Once there, he must have a sincere relationship with a female and make her fall in love with him. If not, Steve's soul will become the property of the devil. But the devil hedges his bet, and Steve is reincarnated as a woman named Amanda Brooks.
US Gross:
$15.55M
Worldwide:
$15.55M
Starring
Ellen Barkin
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Jimmy Smits
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JoBeth Williams
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Awards
Golden Globe 1992
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Switch is widely celebrated by its fanbase as a uniquely compelling and hilarious take on the body-swap genre. Ellen Barkin’s performance is the cornerstone of the film, frequently praised for its authentic portrayal of a man navigating the experience of being a woman.
| Acting | Ellen Barkin delivers a standout performance that convincingly captures the essence of a man inhabiting a woman's body. | |
| Acting | Jimmy Smits provides a strong, archetypal performance as a reliable and desirable love interest. | |
| Humor | The film succeeds as a genre classic by blending genuine humor with touching moments of tenderness and self-reflection. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative structure is subject to debate, as some viewers find the premise confusing or the humor lowbrow, while others appreciate the emotional shift from farce to poignant melodrama. |