The Double
An awkward office drone becomes increasingly unhinged after a charismatic and confident look-alike takes a job at his workplace and seduces the woman he desires.
Critics Sentiment
James increasingly takes credit for Simon's work and life
The film concludes with an unclear resolution to Simon's fate
The film peaks during James's identity theft but crashes in the final act as the ending fails to provide satisfying resolution
The Double starts strong with atmospheric worldbuilding and peaks during the psychological horror of identity theft, showcasing Eisenberg's excellent dual performance. However, critics consistently noted that the film's ambitious setup gives way to an unfulfilling conclusion that lacks the depth of its source material. While praised for its visual style and Brazil-like dystopian atmosphere, many reviewers felt the ending was too ambiguous and logically inconsistent to properly payoff the psychological journey.
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Jesse Eisenberg
Simon James / James Simon
Mia Wasikowska
Hannah
Wallace Shawn
Mr. Papadopoulos
Yasmin Paige
Melanie
Noah Taylor
Harris
James Fox
The Colonel
Cathy Moriarty
Kiki
Phyllis Somerville
Simon's Mother
Gabrielle Downey
Strange Woman
Jon Korkes
Detective
Craig Roberts
Young Detective
Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
Guard / Doctor
Susan Blommaert
Liz
Bruce Byron
Skinhead
J. Mascis
Janitor
Tony Rohr
Rudolph
Karima Riachy
Secretary
Tim Key
Care Worker
Andrew Gruen
Man on Train
Kim Noble
Box Man / Guard 1
Crew
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