Splitting Adam
Splitting Adam

Splitting Adam

2015Movie100 minEnglish

After accidentally stumbling into his uncle's mysterious "tanning bed", Adam learns the answer to all of his problems - multiple Adams. With his new collection of clones, Adam is hopping on one wild summer ride with an epic splash.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Elie SemounGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Adam, a shy and introverted man, lives a mundane life in Paris, constantly overshadowed by his overbearing mother. His life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a device that allows him to create copies of himself. Initially, he uses these duplicates to handle his responsibilities and escape his mother's control, but the situation quickly spirals out of control as the copies begin to develop their own personalities and agendas.

Critical Reception

Splitting Adam received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise amusing but ultimately underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the comedic potential and Semoun's performance, while others criticized the predictability and lack of depth in the plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's central concept of self-replication offers moments of comedic absurdity.
  • Many critics found the execution of the premise to be uneven and lacking in genuine wit.
  • Elie Semoun's performance as Adam and his various clones is often cited as a highlight, despite the film's flaws.

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Fun Fact

The film was directed by and stars French comedian and actor Elie Semoun, marking one of his directorial efforts.

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