Crime,Comedy
United States of America
Swimming with Sharks is a dark comedy-drama film directed by George Huang. It tells the story of Guy (Frank Whaley), a young and ambitious production assistant who lands a dream job at a major Hollywood studio. Guy quickly learns that his new boss, Buddy Ackerman (Kevin Spacey), is a tyrannical and abusive producer who torments and belittles him relentlessly.
As Guy becomes more and more disillusioned with his job and life under Buddy's control, he decides to take matters into his own hands. With the help of a friend and former employee of Buddy's, Rex (Benicio Del Toro), Guy develops a plan to extract revenge on his cruel boss.
The power dynamic between Guy and Buddy starts to shift as Guy gains more confidence and even begins to emotionally manipulate Buddy. However, the situation soon spirals out of control, and the film ultimately ends in a shocking and unexpected climax.
Swimming with Sharks offers a scathing critique of Hollywood's cutthroat industry while also entertaining viewers with its dark humor and intense plot twists. The film's strong performances, particularly from Spacey and Whaley, have made it a cult classic in the years since its release.
