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Body Double 35
For Body Double 35, Dellsperger takes the second scene from Xanadu. Played by choreographer/dancer François Chaignaud, a sprightly group of Muses emerges dancing from a painting on the wall. At an exhibition at the Swiss Institute in 2016 Dellsperger reproduced the wall painting and in a strange switch the creation of the set precedes the idea of the film, even becoming its trigger. The entire equilibrium of things seems to be affected : the shots are reversed and Kira dances backwards until she becomes one with the wall. The loop is closed.
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Plot Summary
A struggling actor takes a job as a professional look-alike, only to discover his new gig is far more dangerous than he imagined. As he delves deeper into the dark world of impersonation, he becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that blurs the lines between his real life and the characters he portrays. He must fight to survive as his double life threatens to consume him.
Critical Reception
Body Double 35 received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and inventive premise, while others found its plot convoluted and its execution uneven. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its exploitation-noir elements and others finding it too derivative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish direction and gritty atmosphere.
Criticized for a confusing plot that doesn't fully deliver on its potential.
Some found the performances compelling, while others deemed them uninspired.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and varied, with no clear consensus. Some viewers appreciated the film's dark tone and genre elements, while others felt it lacked originality and impact.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a low budget, with much of the production taking place in and around industrial areas to achieve its grimy, urban aesthetic.
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