The Switch
La switch
Synopsis
A sniper returns home from Afghanistan to his small Northern Ontario town. Confronted with the mundane reality of everyday life he longs for the release provided by shooting. Slowly his need for regimented military discipline takes over leading to violent confrontation.
Top Cast
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François Arnaud
Leblanc
Lothaire Bluteau
Shérif
Sophie Desmarais
Julie
Roch Castonguay
Jean-Pierre
Philip Riccio
Gus
Tristan McIntosh
René
Maxwell McCabe-Lokos
Dick
Joe Pingue
John
Shannon Bentley
Journalist
Stéphane Paquette
Talkative Man
Florian Francois
Drunk man 1
Eric Miron
Drunk man 2
Melanie Rainville
Radio technician
Aurore Mbonimpa
Military Clerk
Axel Green
Towing Driver
Dan Desmarais
Barman
Travis Morgan
Deaf Client
Sébastien Dumond
Jeff
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michel Kandinsky
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Kandinsky, Christian Martel
- Original Score
- Alain Auger
- Original Title
- La switch
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Carte Blanche Films, The OnOFF Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michel Kandinsky
Michel Kandinsky, Christian Martel
Alain Auger
Duraid Munajim
Geoff Klein
Maryse Rouillard, Tracy Legault
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Kandinsky
Director
Christian Martel
Writer
Geoff Klein
Editor
Tracy Legault
Producer
Duraid Munajim
Director of Photography
Alain Auger
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Switch.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Switch
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Switch about?
A sniper returns home from Afghanistan to his small Northern Ontario town. Confronted with the mundane reality of everyday life he longs for the release provided by shooting. Slowly his need for regimented military discipline takes over leading to violent confrontation.
Who directed The Switch?
The Switch was directed by Michel Kandinsky.
Who stars in The Switch?
The principal cast of The Switch includes François Arnaud, Lothaire Bluteau, Sophie Desmarais, Roch Castonguay, Philip Riccio.
When was The Switch released and how long is it?
The Switch was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Switch?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Switch was composed by Alain Auger.