IMDb 5.3 2021 HD

The Exchange

The Exchange

2021
Drama Romance
105 min TV-MA Australia
3.6 / 10
5.3 IMDB

Sabina and Esther's relationship is pushed to breaking point when international exchange student Annie comes to stay.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Roberto Nascimento / Rob Mclaughlin
Starring
Mirene Castelltort / Lucy Wyma / Celine Dam / Xavier Garneau-Roughan / Sarah Dawes / Philippa Gouws / Tatiana Hotere / Stephen Lovatt

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

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Reviews

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Genevieve Moreau
Mar 30, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A keenly observed study of domestic discord, 'The Exchange' excels in its portrayal of subtle emotional shifts. The dynamic between Sabina and Esther, embodied by strong performances from Mirene Castelltort and Lucy Wyma, is the film's anchor. The…

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Hugo Carmichael
Mar 30, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

While 'The Exchange' sets out to dissect the intricacies of a relationship under pressure, its execution feels somewhat muted. The central premise of an exchange student, Annie, impacting Sabina and Esther’s bond is intriguing, but the narrative struggles…

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Isabelle Dubois
Mar 30, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a compelling character piece that thrives on the unspoken. 'The Exchange' masterfully illustrates how the arrival of an international student, Annie, can subtly dismantle the foundations of a long-standing relationship between Sabina and Esther. Mirene Castelltort…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 30, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'The Exchange' presents a familiar scenario – the disruptive force of an unexpected guest – and explores it with a delicate touch. Sabina and Esther’s relationship is the clear focus, and Mirene Castelltort and Lucy Wyma effectively convey…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 30, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A subtle yet potent exploration of domesticity under duress, 'The Exchange' hinges on the quiet tensions that simmer when an outsider disrupts a settled existence. Mirene Castelltort and Lucy Wyma deliver nuanced performances as Sabina and Esther, their…

FAQs

The provided context does not indicate whether 'The Exchange' is based on a true story or adapted from a book. The narrative focuses on the fictional dynamic between Sabina, Esther, and the exchange student Annie. Without further information, it is best to assume the story is an original screenplay crafted to explore the specified themes of relationship strain and the impact of an unexpected guest.