The Double

Name: The Double
Director: Rihards Pīks
Genre: Drama
Released: 1986-01-01
Duration: 82 min
Cast: Juris Žagars, Andrejs Žagars, Antra Liedskalniņa, Lilita Ozoliņa, Ausma Kantāne

1986Dir. Rihards Pīks1h 22m

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About This Movie

So, The Double... It's a curious piece from '86, revolving around this guy who spots his face on a Most Wanted board. Pretty unsettling, right? The pacing is methodical, letting the tension build as he tries to untangle this bizarre situation. The atmosphere is thick with paranoia, which really pulls you in. The performances are solid, with a haunting quality that stays with you. It's interesting how themes of identity and duality play out, especially when he encounters someone who could be his doppelgänger. There's a rawness to the practical effects that feels refreshing nowadays, too. It's not your typical drama – it has this unique edge that makes it stand out in a sea of '80s films. Worth a watch if you're into the offbeat.

Explores themes of identity and dualityTension builds through methodical pacingFeatures raw practical effects