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Dead Ringers (1988)

"Two bodies. Two minds. One soul."

7.119881h 55mEN
ThrillerHorror

Directed by David Cronenberg

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 55m

Language

EN

Release

September 23, 1988

Director

David Cronenberg

Official Trailer

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Overview

Elliot, a successful gynecologist, works at the same practice as his identical twin, Beverly. Elliot is attracted to many of his patients and has affairs with them. When he inevitably loses interest, he will give the woman over to Beverly, the meeker of the two, without the woman knowing the differe...

Cast

Jeremy Irons

Jeremy Irons

Beverly Mantle / Elliot Mantle

Geneviève Bujold

Geneviève Bujold

Claire Niveau

Heidi von Palleske

Heidi von Palleske

Cary

Barbara Gordon

Barbara Gordon

Danuta

Shirley Douglas

Shirley Douglas

Laura

Stephen Lack

Stephen Lack

Wolleck / Anders Wolleck

Nick Nichols

Nick Nichols

Leo

Lynne Cormack

Lynne Cormack

Arlene

Damir Andrei

Damir Andrei

Birchall

Miriam Newhouse

Miriam Newhouse

Mrs. Bookman

David Hughes

David Hughes

Superintendent

Richard W. Farrell

Richard W. Farrell

Dean of Medicine

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Dead Ringers (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Elliot, a successful gynecologist, works at the same practice as his identical twin, Beverly. Elliot is attracted to many of his patients and has affairs with them. When he inevitably loses interest, he will give the woman over to Beverly, the meeker of the two, without the woman knowing the difference. Beverly falls hard for one of the patients, Claire, but when she inadvertently deceives him, he slips into a state of madness.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dead Ringers. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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