Doppel
Doppel

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Doppel

1993
Movie
Adult · 18+
75 min
German

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Graeme CliffordGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful architect, haunted by his wife's supposed suicide, begins to suspect foul play when a woman resembling her appears in his life. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a complex web of deceit involving his past and the woman's true identity. His sanity is tested as he questions reality and fights to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Doppel received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. While some performances were noted, the film's reliance on common thriller tropes did not impress many.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that fails to offer any genuine surprises.

  • Performances are adequate but cannot salvage the weak script.

  • Lacks the tension and suspense expected of a thriller.

Google audience: Audience reception for Doppel is largely unavailable, but available comments suggest a general disappointment with the film's unoriginality and lack of impact.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel of the same name by Stephen Sheppard.

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