Books

  • 1. Under Western Eyes (Joseph Conrad)

    This gripping novel by Joseph Conrad, set in St. Petersburg and Geneva, unfurls a tale of political intrigue, moral dilemmas, and the haunting consequences of revolutionary ideals.

  • 2. Eleven Minutes (Paulo Coelho)

    The novel follows the experiences of Maria, a young Brazilian woman, as she moves to Geneva, Switzerland, in pursuit of a better life, as she becomes involved in the world of high-end escort services.

  • 3. Belle du Seigneur (Albert Cohen)

    The story of this wonderful novel is set in Geneva, Switzerland, during the 1930s and follows the intricate and passionate love affair between Solal, a high-ranking diplomat, and Ariane, the beautiful young wife of a wealthy nobleman.

Movies

  • 1. Bread and Chocolate (1974)

    Directed, by Franco Brusati, the plot revolves around Nino Garofalo, played by Nino Manfredi, an Italian immigrant who finds himself working odd jobs in Switzerland.

  • 2. Secret Agents (2004)

    "Secret Agents" is a suspenseful espionage thriller that follows the story of a pair of French secret agents, Moïse (played by Vincent Cassel) and Lisa (played by Monica Bellucci).

  • 3. Three Colors: Red (1994)

    Directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski, part of his acclaimed "Three Colors" trilogy, this movie is set in Geneva, Switzerland, the film follows the lives of two characters, a young model and a retired judge.