Seeing Double
Popeye is jailed for committing a bank robbery which he insists he didn't commit. He must prove he didn't do it. In a seemingly unrelated subplot, two thugs build a Popeye robot to do their bidding.
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Plot Summary
A young woman with a talent for mimicry finds herself entangled in a plot involving her look-alike twin sister who is a successful actress. She assumes her sister's identity to save her from trouble, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and mistaken identities.
Critical Reception
Seeing Double was a lighthearted comedy that found a generally positive reception for its amusing premise and performances. While not groundbreaking, it was considered a pleasant and entertaining family film.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its charming premise of mistaken identity.
- Appreciated for its comedic timing and lighthearted tone.
- Considered an enjoyable, if predictable, family-friendly romp.
Google audience: Audience reception for Seeing Double is not widely documented through aggregated Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was one of the few British productions from the era to feature identical twins playing sisters, utilizing the talents of Janette Scott for both roles with clever editing.
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