Review of Dead Ringers (1988) by Dan S — 26 Oct 2010
A disturbing if slow-moving story concerning twin gynecologists (Jeremy Irons, playing both roles) whose lives start to spiral out of control simultaneously. This film was tough for me, I wanted to admire it on every level, and I definitely do in some aspects (acting wise - Jeremy Irons is just phenomenal), but in the end I couldn't help but feel let down.
It's never as hypnotizing as it potentially could be, and the romantic subplot with Bujold feels somewhat forced into place. Still, redeemable to a degree thanks to Irons' incredible turn, with an unsettling ending that won't go away quickly, but one whose slow-footed pace gets the better of it.
If you want to stick to utterly devastating Cronenberg material, go with "The Fly" instead, which eclipses this film in every way except for acting, really.
This review of Dead Ringers (1988) was written by Dan S on 26 Oct 2010.
Dead Ringers has generally received positive reviews.
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