Swerve (film)

Swerve is a 2011 Australian thriller film directed by Craig Lahiff and starring Jason Clarke, Emma Booth, and David Lyons. The film is set in rural South Australia and follows Colin (Jason Clarke), a man driving across the Nullarbor Plain who has a chance encounter that drastically alters his life.

Colin is offered a drink by a corrupt policeman, Frank (David Lyons), in a small desert town. Shortly thereafter, Colin's car breaks down, and he is assisted by a beautiful woman named Jina (Emma Booth). A bag of money, evidence of a crime, is discovered near Colin's car, implicating him in a murder he didn't commit. He then becomes entangled in a web of deception, betrayal, and violence as he tries to clear his name and escape the dangerous situation.

The film is characterized by its neo-noir atmosphere, tense pacing, and plot twists. It explores themes of greed, corruption, and the fragility of fate. Swerve received mixed reviews upon release, with critics praising its performances and cinematography but noting flaws in the script and plot contrivances.