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**_Entertaining Drew Barrymore mystery/thriller with a bizarre ending_**
After a murder in Manhattan, a young woman (Barrymore) moves back to her old haunts in Los Angeles where a promising writer takes her in as a roommate (George Newbe...
Doppelganger
1993Movie104 minEnglish
After being implicated in a murder, a young woman flees New York City and moves to Los Angeles, where she rents a room from a writer. They begin an affair, but it seems she's been followed by a homicidal duplicate of herself.
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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Avi Nesher•Genres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery
Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with amnesia after a car accident, begins to suspect that the man claiming to be her husband might actually be an imposter. As her memories slowly return, she uncovers dark secrets about her past and a potential conspiracy that puts her life in danger.
Critical Reception
Doppelganger received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its suspenseful atmosphere and Drew Barrymore's performance, while others found the plot convoluted and predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the thriller elements but often criticizing the lack of originality.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful mood and unsettling premise.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
- Drew Barrymore's performance was noted as a standout, despite the film's flaws.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Doppelganger are scarce, with limited available data. Those that exist tend to echo critical sentiments, often citing a compelling premise that doesn't fully deliver on its potential.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more explicit horror film but was reportedly toned down during production.
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