Double Circle
Double Circle

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Double Circle

1963
Movie
96 min
Serbo-Croatian

Treachery and escape from agents provocateurs of underground workers among the early days of national rising in Croatia.

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Director: Burt BalabanGenres: Drama, Romance, Western

Plot Summary

A drifter arrives in a small Western town and becomes entangled with the local sheriff's wife. As their forbidden affair deepens, the town's simmering tensions begin to boil over, leading to a dangerous confrontation.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical success, 'Double Circle' is noted for its attempt to explore complex relationships within the Western genre. It received a modest reception from audiences at the time of its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric depiction of a troubled town.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as an earnest but flawed entry in the Western genre.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Double Circle' is largely unavailable, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the rugged landscape of Kanab, Utah, which lent an authentic backdrop to the story.

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