IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Director: Basil Dearden•Genres: Mystery, Horror, Thriller
After a near-fatal car accident, a conventional and seemingly content executive begins to experience unsettling events. He discovers that he has a doppelgänger, an exact replica of himself, who is living a parallel life and engaging in increasingly immoral and dangerous behavior. This duplicate starts to encroach on his professional and personal life, leading to a desperate struggle for identity and sanity as the protagonist tries to convince others that he is the real person.
Upon its release, 'The Man Who Haunted Himself' received a mixed to positive reception. While some critics lauded its psychological depth and Roger Moore's nuanced performance, others found its pacing slow and its premise somewhat unsettling. Over time, it has gained a cult following and is now regarded as an underrated gem in the thriller genre, appreciated for its unique exploration of identity and the uncanny.
Roger Moore delivers a surprisingly effective dramatic performance.
The film's exploration of identity and the doppelgänger theme is chilling and thought-provoking.
The pacing can be deliberate, but the unsettling atmosphere builds effectively.
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This film is notable for being Roger Moore's last role before he was cast as James Bond in 'Live and Let Die' (1973), showcasing his range beyond comedic roles.
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