Unravel: A Swiss Side Love Story is a romance-drama film set in Switzerland. It was one of the 2023 Summer MMFF entries, directed by RC Delos Reyes under Mavx Productions. “Swiss Side” is a play on the idea of suicide, which the film heavily addresses.
The movie focuses on the role of “human connection” in suicide and assisted voluntary death (AVD), which is legal in Switzerland. The narrative follows the lives of Lucy and Noah, two people who meet by chance in the charming city of Switzerland.
Lucy Hermosa (Kylie Padilla) is a successful woman who travels to Switzerland with the goal of ending her life. Lucy wants to participate in AVD, and while she was waiting for her time to come, she met Noah Brocker (Gerald Anderson), a fellow Filipino whose objective is to inspire people to see the positive aspects of life.
Have you ever wondered what will happen when two people who don’t want to live and love to live meet? Is it true that love can save a life? Unravel will definitely help you understand and answer these questions.
Unravel is not your typical love story. It is a love story that teaches us about perseverance and hope. It demonstrates that recovery and healing are possible while also evoking feelings of empathy and comprehension for those who may be going through experiences that are analogous to their own.
Unravel brings awareness to the struggles and challenges that individuals face when dealing with suicidal thoughts and mental health issues. The movie encourages people to seek help and support and helps dispel the stigma associated with mental health.
You will definitely be surprised with the plot twist of Unravel, and after watching this movie, you will love yourself more. This film will make you laugh, cry, and open your eyes to the beauty of life.
Save the date and watch Unravel on April 8, 2023, in Philippine cinemas. Let’s all embrace and support our very own Filipino films!
