The Little Switzerland (Spanish: La pequeña Suiza) is a 2019 Spanish comedy film directed by Kepa Sojo and starring Maggie Civantos, Jon Plazaola, Ingrid García-Jonsson and Secun de la Rosa. The plot draws inspiration from the Treviño enclave dispute, and comedy films such as Passport to Pimlico (1949), and Welcome Mr. Marshall! (1953).
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Plot
The plot concerns about a town in Castile and León with a majority of citizens leaning towards joining the Basque Country. Those attempts are frustrated by the opposition of the Junta of Castile and León and the passivity of the Basque Government. An archeology student then finds a crypt with the purported remains of William Tell's son Walter and the population ensuingly proceed to embrace a Swiss identity.
Production
A Spanish production, the film was produced by Nadie es perfecto alongside Kuttuna Filmak and Stopline Films, with the participation of RTVE. Shooting locations in Álava included Arceniega, Ayala, Llodio, and Vitoria.
Release
Distributed by eOne Films, the film was released theatrically in Spain on 26 April 2019.
Reception
According to Jordi Battle Caminal, reviewing for Fotogramas, the best of the film are the supporting characters.