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Writers:
Jürg Hassler (writer)
Thomas Imbach (writer)
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11 September 2008 (Germany) more
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Cast

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Beat Marti ... Roger
Laura Drasbæk ... Patricia
Anne-Grethe Bjarup Riis ... Heli
Sandra Medina ... Laura
Helena af Sandeberg ... Helena
Mellika Melouani ... Sahar
Angelica Biert ... Grandmother
Lale Yavas ... Banu
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9 out of 9 people found the following review useful.
Praise the sea, on shore remain, 16 March 2007
6/10
Author: richard_sleboe from Germany

Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's "Little Mermaid", "I was a Swiss Banker" is a light-hearted gem of a summer movie. The story, set in an enchanted version of present-day Switzerland, is a lot less sombre than the fairy tale it is loosely based on. The prince is a clumsy banker, portrayed with childlike charm by Beat Marti. The mermaid (Laura Drasbæk) is a sexy diver, complete with weight belt, fishnet top and knife. The evil witch (Anne-Grethe Bjarup Riis) turns out to be not so evil after all, and a lot less powerful than Andersen's sea witch. Spectacular shots of the breathtaking Swiss scenery and weather are the heartbeat of this movie, a structural technique that is emerging as Imbach's trademark. Lakes are to "I was a Swiss Banker" what the mountains are to "Lenz". Arrive early and stay for the credits.

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