Overview
An intimate psychological film which elaborates the Faustian theme about the dispute between the body and the soul - a study on human identity. Two young doctors carry out the surgical exchange of the brains of two women who are dying after a car accident - a young girl and member of a criminal gang, and a lonely seventy-year-old associate professor of oriental studies. The young girl wakes from the operation thinking like the elderly intellectual and tries in vain to live with her new identity. (https://www.filmovyprehled.cz/en/film/22344/double-role)
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Double Role?
Double Role was directed by Jaromil Jireš.
Where was Double Role produced?
It was produced by companies including Česká televize, Les Films des Tournelles in Czech Republic, France.
Double Role Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Double Role wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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