The Swing of Things

Tom and Laura Jane's dream wedding gets waylaid when bad weather cancels their Bahamas plans, and what was supposed to be a quick detour turns into a chaotic alternative. With friends, parents, and Laura's overprotective brother in tow, the party ends up at a mysterious Jamaican hotel that looks nothing like the quiet retreat they expected. The couple tries to keep their cool as the place reveals a very different kind of nightlife, with nonstop drinking, recreational drug use, unexpected nudity, and increasingly awkward encounters that test their patience, sense of humor, and commitment without giving away how it all ends.

Released in 2020, the film was directed by Matt Shapira and created by Christopher Hewitson, Clayton Hewitson, and Justin Jones. The cast includes Chord Overstreet as Tom, Olivia Culpo as Laura Jane, Luke Wilson as Lance, Aleksander Vayshelboym as Ricky, and Adelaide Kane as Georgia.

The movie did not receive major awards recognition, and it wasn't a presence during the main awards season. Any festival or smaller circuit mentions were limited, and it remained largely outside the awards conversation.

The Swing of Things attracted attention for its offbeat premise and the way it turns a traditional wedding-comedy setup into something more outrageous. Several of its scenes and the overall swinger-resort twist became talking points among viewers who enjoy raunchy, adult-oriented comedies, and it found a niche audience through streaming and word of mouth rather than mainstream buzz.

Critical reaction was mixed to negative, reflected in a 4.7 out of 10 average from user votes. Reviewers and audiences pointed to broad jokes and predictable plot beats, while some viewers appreciated the film's commitment to prankish, party-style humor. The film touches on themes of trust, jealousy, and how couples handle unexpected pressure, aiming for laughs more than deep emotional insight.