The Lookalike
The Lookalike

The Lookalike

2014Movie100 minEnglish

Two crooks looking out for a drug lord's love interest scramble to find a look-alike after she dies unexpectedly.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users54%
Director: Lorene ScafariaGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck drug dealer finds himself in a dangerous situation when he's mistaken for a notorious cocaine kingpin. He's forced to impersonate the kingpin to survive, leading him into a web of deceit and violence. As he navigates this treacherous new reality, he must confront his own past and the consequences of his actions.

Critical Reception

The Lookalike received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its stylish direction and intriguing premise, while others found its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding the film to be a slow burn that didn't fully deliver on its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its noir aspirations with a coherent narrative.
  • Performances are generally solid, but can't fully elevate the uneven script.
  • Visually appealing but ultimately a forgettable crime thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split opinion, with some appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere and performances, while others found the pacing too slow and the plot predictable.

Fun Fact

Director Lorene Scafaria also directed the critically acclaimed film 'Seeking a Friend for the End of the World'.

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