Double Role
Originally released in 1999. Double Role is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Jaromil Jireš.
Starring Tereza Brodská, Jan Hartl, and Karel Roden
Synopsis
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)
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
CS
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CS
Production Companies
- Česká televize
- Les Films des Tournelles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Double Role about?
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 ...
Who directed Double Role?
Double Role was directed by Jaromil Jireš.
How long is Double Role?
Double Role has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Double Role released?
Double Role was released on March 18, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Double Role?
The main cast of Double Role includes Tereza Brodská, Jan Hartl, Karel Roden, Slávka Budínová, Lubor Tokoš.