About The Little Switzerland (2019)

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About

The Little Switzerland is a 2019 international movie that falls under the comedy genre. It is a Spanish production directed by Kepa Sojo. The film revolves around the fictional Spanish village of "The Little Switzerland" that decides to declare themselves as an independent country after finding it is owed by Switzerland since the 19th century. Chaos and hilarity ensue as the Swiss government arrives to reclaim their lost territory.

The movie explores themes of national identity, quirky characters, and cultural clash between the Spanish villagers and the Swiss government representatives. With its light-hearted comedy and witty dialogue, The Little Switzerland offers an entertaining and satirical take on the concept of independence and conflicts of interest.

Making / Production

The Little Switzerland was filmed on location in the Basque Country and Madrid, Spain. The production team worked with local communities to recreate the fictional village, capturing the essence of the Spanish countryside. Director Kepa Sojo aimed for an authentic and visually appealing setting to enhance the comedic elements of the story.

The film was primarily shot in Spanish with some portions in Swiss German and French to reflect the cultural diversity of the characters. The movie was produced by Irusoin and Kowalski Films, with collaboration from the Basque Government and Swiss co-producers.

Actors

• Jon Plazaola - played the role of Javier, a quirky villager who becomes a key figure in the declaration of independence.
• Ingrid García-Jonsson - portrayed Lara, a Swiss government representative trying to reclaim the lost territory.
• Maggie Civantos - played Lourdes, a local woman caught between her feelings for Javier and her duty to the village.
• Secun de la Rosa - portrayed Antxon, the mayor of the village who spearheads the movement for independence.
• Ramon Barea - played Patricio, an elderly villager with a hidden past as a Swiss citizen.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Little Switzerland was inspired by the real-life case of Llivia, a Spanish village surrounded by French territory that legally belongs to Spain.
• The movie blends elements of comedy, romance, and political satire to create a unique and entertaining narrative.
• The Little Switzerland received positive reviews for its clever screenplay and comedic performances.

Awards

No awards have been recorded for The Little Switzerland at the time of writing.

Quotes

• "We may be small, but our dreams are big." - Javier
• "We don't need Switzerland, we can be our own country!" - Antxon
• "Love knows no borders, even when it comes to independence." - Lara

Music

The soundtrack for The Little Switzerland features a mix of original compositions and popular Spanish and Swiss songs. The music enhances the comedic and emotional moments of the film, adding depth to the storytelling.

Soundtrack

• "7 Years" by Lukas Graham
• "Viva la Vida" by Coldplay
• "La Vie En Rose" by Edith Piaf
• "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee
• Original Score by Alejandro De La Guerra