I Swear (English with Dutch Subtitles)

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Directed by: Kirk Jones
Starring: Robert Aramayo, Peter Mullan, Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson
Runtime: 2h
Year: 2025

From director Kirk Jones comes I Swear, a heartfelt and powerful biographical drama based on the life of John Davidson, a man growing up with Tourette’s syndrome in a world that struggles to understand him.
Blending humor, struggle, and resilience, the film follows Davidson’s journey as he navigates isolation, misunderstanding, and the challenge of finding his place in society. Anchored by a standout performance from Robert Aramayo, I Swear balances emotional weight with warmth, offering an honest and often uplifting look at living with a condition that is still widely misunderstood.
With its grounded storytelling and deeply human perspective, the film explores themes of identity, acceptance, and perseverance — making it both moving and thought-provoking. Expect something intimate, sincere, and quietly powerful that will likely spark meaningful conversation afterward.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeWqQN3snCU
Info: https://rialtofilm.nl/nl/films/2641/i-swear
Tickets: https://rialtofilm.nl/nl/shop/nl-NL%2FAccount%2FLogin%3FReturnUrl%3D%2Fnl-NL%2FShow%2FDetails%2F11922847

When: Tuesday, 07/04/26 at 18:00
Meet at the entrance of Rialto at 18:30. We will enter the cinema shortly before the start time. Please do not be late.
Film starts: 18:45
Theater: ZAAL BOVEN
Where: Rialto de Pijp - Ceintuurbaan 338, 1072 GN Amsterdam, Netherlands

I hope to see you there!