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Gemini
An incestuous love affair. Meme and Jeremias are the younger children in a typical bourgeois family. Their mother Lucia is the dominant force in the household, but her fixation on upholding the niceties of upper middle class life has prevented her from seeing what is going on under her roof. When the siblings’ older brother and his fiancee arrive home for their wedding, it seems inevitable that the concealment will be impossible to sustain. But equally it becomes apparent that if Lucia were to find out about the affair, there would be catastrophic consequences.
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Plot Summary
A detective investigates a series of murders that seem to be targeting people who look exactly like him. As the body count rises, he finds himself in a race against time to uncover the killer's identity and motive before he becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Gemini received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its unique premise and James Woods' performance, while some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing "evil twin" concept and James Woods' compelling dual performance.
Some critics found the narrative pacing uneven and the plot resolutions less satisfying than the setup.
The film's gritty atmosphere and stylish direction were noted positively.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's originality and James Woods' strong acting. However, some viewers found the story a bit predictable or underdeveloped.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Drew Goddard, also wrote the screenplay for 'Cloverfield' and co-wrote 'The Martian'.
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