A dour monochrome melodrama is the latest from genre-hopping French workhorse, Franois Ozon. Body Double was remade in 1993 in India as Pehla Nasha. And the original kindly removing herself for the convenience of the plot is one of my least favorite tropes. There was a whole point made that the mother was ordering brown contacts for the blue-eyed double. And she did it. Chlo, played with utmost French grace by Marine Vacth (the star of Ozons 2013 film Jeune et Jolie), has forever been tortured by strange stomach aches that no doctor has been able to explain. "[23], The film was criticized for its violence towards women. "[24] A specific scene where a character is killed by a drill was controversial, as many saw it as a sexual image. I think that the main theme of the movie has a lot to do with changing oneself to appease the people in your life; in other words, molding oneself to be more agreeable/likeable. Please enter your birth date to watch this video: You are not allowed to view this material at this time. Holly was a double hired to dance every night iek, Slavoj. Sam had been able to define his own actions and play the roles he needed in life, to achieve his desires. But we also have to take into account Sarahs character throughout the film. I think the detective job was as you mentioned. [28], In a 2016 interview with The Guardian, De Palma reflected on the film's initial critical reception, saying "Body Double was reviled when it came out. I think your reading is the simplest and most likely. Could also bolster the point that Sarah survives the off-site dual, because she's suffered much worse and the double may not have given her enough poison to kill her, having realised within a very short time that being Sarah was going to kill her just as surely as a fair duel would have. De Palma said it "was not my intention to create a sexual image with the drill, although it could be construed that way. Genres FictionMysteryThrillerMystery Max becomes obsessed with getting Rosanna back and so he goes on the hunt for this double so that they can be together for real. It was a very weird ending. Holly Body then becomes the new object of desire. I get the feeling working with your double might not be normal behaviour. I mean, what is the morality of a still life? Struggling actor Jake Scully has recently lost his role as a vampire in a low-budget horror film after his claustrophobia thwarts shooting. He is drawn to her masturbatory dance. Jake watches her from afar, lusting after her and being seduced by her dancing. She rejects Jake outside of a tunnel where he just had a claustrophobic episode. 9. I can't stand that sort of cowardice. I think the double saw Sarah training, had the near miss and the conversation in the play shed, and figured "oh s---, I haven't done anything. Looking Awry an Introduction to Jacques Lacan through Popular Culture. [citation needed] He mentions that he has seen the film 37 times and rents the tape of it from a video store several times in the story. Published: March 3, 2020 by Doubleday Books, Buy this book: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository. B-Movie identification: tunnel under the Pacific ocean. With Carla I felt alive again. Press J to jump to the feed. It's a last-minute attempt at throwing in some danger and tying up loose ends, but it actually leaves some things open to possibly be addressed in a sequel. The phallus is symbolic of that which takes mothers attention away from the baby, and is seen as the thing the father possesses. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. His point here seems to be that voyeurism can induce a trancelike emotional paralysisa message feminists could appreciate if Body Double took less pleasure in the mechanics of mutilation, and that ordinary moviegoers could ponder if the characters' motivations were not so numbingly nitwit. Her pain is palpable, if not explained. "Elevating Voyeurism to New Lows". In the end, the inevitable happened. Boston Globe 28 Oct 1984: A8. It was like looking for a needle in a haystack. I felt like I was being tortured through much of the book because we spend so much time on stupid details. Lyman, Rick. Marine Vacth. BRIAN DE PALMA THINKS WE NEED MORE VIOLENCE IN OUR LIVES The young boxers are all thirsty for a scuffle and hope to make extra cash, which is why they jump at the tip-off from Dry Eye to rob one of Pearson's marijuana facilities. Combining cutting-edge design, illustration and journalism, weve been described as being at the vanguard of the independent publishing movement. Our reviews feature a unique tripartite ranking system that captures the different aspects of the movie-going experience. Icon, 2010. A hotel in Avalon, on the Island of Santa Catalina. "[24] The London Clinic for Battered Women asked Columbia Pictures for a percentage of the profits from the film, claiming it was "blood money" for using "the victimization of women as a source of massive profit. I was being presented the same facts over and over again and demanded to know what Rosanna liked. She caught him and threw him out of her life. I, personally, think the original pretending to be the clone pretending to be OG Sarah having to steal back a life that she eventually realizes she really doesn't want has the most irony and impact. Brian De Palmas Body Double, in which a man finds himself spying on the grisly murder of a woman, uses the protagonists arduous discovery of the titular duality as the source of all its suspense. Change). She did it. Once Alex confessed the crime, Eva and her father, Jaime Pea enacted the revenge plot. Finally, all the dreams of control and nightmares of powerlessness that Jake has had to face come to the verge of realization in Body Doubles climax. DePalma is stating that we can find identity and we can find our phallus through the characters and situations in film. At the time of its release, the film received lukewarm success at the box office and mixed reviews, though Melanie Griffith's performance earned praise and brought her a Golden Globe nomination. That night, I told her my life story, things I'd never told anyone. In Lacans terminology, crossing the bar is equivalent to understanding a metaphors meaning and can be a method to recognize and overcome psychosis. Franois Ozon Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.dropbox.com/s/veezvnoga4n5whv/DUAL%20-%20screenplay.pdf?dl=0. Throughout the film, in addition to overcoming his claustrophobia and forming his self image, Jake is attempting to find out who Alexander Revelle and the Indian both are, all the while communicating with Sam, not knowing his real name or alternate identities. He becomes consumed by the thought of her and begins stalking her, waiting outside of her house, following her to the mall, taking her panties from the garbage, and eavesdropping on her phone calls. We believe in Truth & Movies. The way he deals with the consequences, meanwhile, makes for a series of unpredictable and surreal events. A nervous breakdown has forced Rosanna out of the public eye, and she needs a look-alike to take her place in the tabloid media circus of Hollywood. Jake climbs out of this hole, climbs out of the box he has been put in by the father, seizes on the idea he has seen displayed in the father that one person can play many roles and decide their own actions, and defines himself, killing the father and rescuing Holly Body. "Gore overshadows artistry in De Palma's 'Body Double'". London, Michael. "[16], Body Double debuted to mixed reviews and intense controversy due to its sex and violence. Pearson masterfully confronts the billionaire about the offer under the pretense of accepting it acting cool, calm, and collected before flying off the handle and forcing him to pay 270 million back to him in compensation. The truth is that I didn't expect the ending which was a big twist. The Indian picks her up, knocks her unconscious and drives away with her. On the one hand, for example, you could read Sarahs mothers voicemail about the contacts as existing to clue the audience in that the mother knows she isnt the original. Ocker, Audiobook Review: These Vengeful Hearts by KatherineLaurin. He demonstrates that having the desire for something is more often the thing desired than actually acquiring the something. '"[20], Gene Siskel of the Chicago Tribune gave the film two-and-a-half stars out of four and wrote "When the drill came onto the screen, De Palma lost me and control of his movie. The Globe and Mail; 15 Dec 1984: M.8. Holly Body is the body of Hollywood, or the movie screen onto which desire can be projected. Body Double, while not his finest, is the best candidate as De Palmas signature film. Presumably he should know by now that Sarahs Double doesnt like Mexican food. Improving the copy in the close modal and post notices - 2023 edition. What I don't get is how Eva (= Carla) pretended to be in love with Alex for such a long time (8 months or more if I am not mistaken). Rewatched it and realized her illness was a metaphor for toxic relationships. Although, what would Pearson do with the pound of flesh that he wanted from him, anyway? Her body may not have been found, as well, if her double ran after possibly avoiding certain death, which would explain why no body was ever found in the search. [citation needed] Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports that 77% of critics have given the film a positive review based on 35 reviews, with an average rating of 6.2/10. WebHow does the movie end? When this happens, both Sophies are making their decisions. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I mean, thats the guy whos responsible for her mothers death. [9] Nonetheless, Haven did appear in a minor role and consulted with DePalma about the adult film industry. The name of the father in the film Body Double is Sam, however this is not the fathers actual name. Probaby a minimum of 200 pages was spent on this. The final scene leaves a lot for interpretation, she is in the wrong side of the round about. In order to meet Holly, he pretends to be a porn producer hiring for a new film. "[7] The erotic thriller was also becoming a popular genre to audiences, with the box offices successes of Dressed to Kill and Body Heat. Though his claustrophobia initially incapacitates him again, he overcomes his fear and climbs out, and Sam is knocked into the aqueduct by the dog and drowned. In it he first sees Holly Body and then sees himself for the first time. Scully is overpowered and thrown into the grave. They're not showmen They're corporation types. Show more. Ethans Double tries to leave alone and gets knocked out by the magical force-field. She's the original Sarah, playing it up for the court, pretending to be the clone for her boyfriend and mother who made a plan with the clone to kill the original. Scully follows them to a reservoir where the Indian is digging a grave. Body Double is a 1984 American erotic thriller film directed, co-written, and produced by Brian De Palma. And also one of the best movies all times combined. Eva got to you without my knowledge. WebSynopsis. Brian DePalmas 1984 film Body Double explores Lacans ideas of identity development and desire. Summary: A struggling actor's obsession with spying on It did not pay off for me. I was fascinated by this story and the aura of celebrity. De Palma then offered the role to Linda Hamilton, who declined to begin pre-production on The Terminator. They think Scarface was violent? The film is a direct homage to the 1950s films of Alfred Hitchcock, specifically Rear Window, Vertigo and Dial M for Murder, taking plot lines and themes (such as voyeurism and obsession) from the first two.[3][4]. One got actual death and other got a sort of living prison with duel murderer 'survivor guilt.'. However, he's not the friend that he claims to be, as he's sneakily manipulating the situation in an attempt to swindle Pearson out of millions and make even more money for himself. To be clear, I think that her boyfriend and mother were in on the plan to poison original Sarah. This film is a serious candidate for the title of "number one thriller" all times combined. Deciding to replace Sarahs Double the way she was originally going to replace Sarah herself, by paying attention to her, acting like her, and rendering herself into an approximation of Sarahs Double that is convincing enough for friends and family. It was a suspense thriller, and I was always interested in finding new ways to kill people. [29], In addition, the film's trailer won a Clio Award in 1984. Because, of course, she doesnt. Get a list of the best movie and TV titles recently added (and coming Find a list of the best recent and upcoming film and TV titles added to What to Watch Right Now on Amazon's Prime Video, Music title data, credits, and images provided by, Movie title data, credits, and poster art provided by. The writing was technically proficient, but the writer writes in a literary style that just isnt suited to this kind of plot. At the film's outset, "The Gentlemen" swiftly introduces us to Mickey Pearson and establishes that he snubbed a powerful tabloid newspaper editor known asBig Dave (Eddie Marsan), who vows to take Pearson down in revenge for making him look like an idiot in front of his friends. Thankfully, with an impressive cast also boasting the likes of Charlie Hunnam, Hugh Grant, Colin Farrell, and Henry Golding, it's fun to watch all these colorful characters clash together. I believe its on Hulu in America. Paul does indeed turn out to be a sort of double lover: after Chlo discovers that he adopted his mothers name when he started his practice, she sees a man who looks exactly like him outside another psychoanalysis office. what about her car at the end? But the one in the car had BROWN eyes, and broke down crying when the mom was going to order brown contacts for the seemingly blue-eyed double left behind. "[19] Todd McCarthy of Variety stated "To his credit, DePalma moves his camera as beautifully as any director in the business today and on a purely physical level 'Body Double' often proves quite seductive as the camera tracks, swirls, cranes and zooms towards and around the objects of DePalma's usually sinister contemplation. Not her. 2023 JustWatch - All external content remains the property of the rightful owner. [9] Jamie Lee Curtis, Carrie Fisher, and Tatum O'Neal were considered for the role before Griffith won the role. Jakes driving force is that he wants to be an actor, which is a stand in for his desire to develop his own sense of self. Body Double is of course a thriller, containing various Hitchcockian themes and devices for which DePalma has become famous. Its also a spoof of the porn industry, but it treats the porn business and B-movie slasher films in a refreshingly frank and candid manner. Its done with humor and without any moralizing, just another part of the business. I have a hunch that this film will get even better with consecutive viewings. I had to read certain portions several times in order to make sense of it. [9], Body Double contains a film within a film sequence in which pop band Frankie Goes to Hollywood performs their song "Relax"[11] on the set of a pornographic film, and in which scream queen Brinke Stevens,[12] and adult actresses Cara Lott and Annette Haven appear. Show more than 6 labels for the same point using QGIS. Learn more about Stack Overflow the company, and our products. Check box if your review contains spoilers. One that Sarah, having thwarted the plot, was able to sniff out and pass. Body Double isnt trash, misogynistic or otherwise. Croisette wishes: 20 films wed like to see at Cannes in 2023, The unlikely prescience of Spring Breakers. But thats just me. "[22] Paul Attanasio of The Washington Post wrote "A lewd, gory, twisty-turny murder mystery swirling around Hollywood's porn industry, 'Body Double' finds Brian De Palma at the zenith of his cinematic virtuosity. This was a dark, twisted tale but the literary writing style made it difficult to read. Sex, lies and psychoanalysis has never been more entertaining. After losing an acting role and his girlfriend, Jake Scully finally catches a break: he gets offered a gig house-sitting in the Hollywood Hills. Its a wicked, feature-length double entendre from a Doublemint era. So I just finished watching The Body. Los Angeles Times 16 Dec 1983: m1. Here's the thing though. A young actor's obsession with spying on a beautiful woman who lives nearby leads to a baffling series of events with drastic consequences. Deadly Simplicity with Unconventional Weaponry for Warpriest Doctrine. Site design / logo 2023 Stack Exchange Inc; user contributions licensed under CC BY-SA. He had set up cameras to film her and all sorts of things. Synopsis: A strange man discovers our nameless narrator selling popcorn at a decrepit small-town movie theater and offers her an odd and lucrative position: she will forget her job, her acquaintances, even her name, and move to Los Angeles, where she will become the body double of the famous and troubled celebrity Rosanna Feld. WebNonetheless, on its release, Body Double generated considerable controversy because of its depiction of the adult film world and a violent murder using a phallic power drill. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I don't think they were in on the plan though. He is being led through his psychosis of claustrophobia, attempting to understand it. After 1954 everytime there is a movie or a scene when/about a person peeping somebody else from a telescope, it surely inspired by Hitchcock's Rear Window, but De Palma's is a genius, he make a totally different story, so at in the end Body Double is not Rear Window, Body Double is a unique, intense, twisting story with an incredible performance by all the cast but not the character, though it was conclude/explain at in the end, Jake was a stupid person, overall, Body Double is just another excellent thriller by Brian De Palma. My stomach still churns from it. "Do you think the guys who run Coca-Cola (Columbia Pictures' parent company) want publicity about violence? Scully races to save Gloria, but her vicious white German Shepherd attacks him, and the Indian murders Gloria with a huge handheld drill. De Palma actually has the gall to combine the plots from both Vertigo and Rear Window in one big voyeur-fest and pull it off with a certain sly efficiency. 2023 METACRITIC, A FANDOM COMPANY. Jake has lost the object of his desire, and the mother has been forever removed by the father. When Im with you, I think about him. By using our Services, you agree to our use of cookies. The film ends with Jake as a vampire again, he can define himself within a role as needed just as the father did, and he is no longer hampered by a perceived box placed around him. Hands down. Finally, as Slavoj Zizek said about Lacans theory of desire we dont really want to get what we think that we want. 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9. I can't stand that sort of cowardice. I think the double saw Sarah training, had the near miss and the conversation in the play shed, and figured "oh s---, I haven't done anything. Looking Awry an Introduction to Jacques Lacan through Popular Culture. [citation needed] He mentions that he has seen the film 37 times and rents the tape of it from a video store several times in the story. Published: March 3, 2020 by Doubleday Books, Buy this book: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository. B-Movie identification: tunnel under the Pacific ocean. With Carla I felt alive again. Press J to jump to the feed. It's a last-minute attempt at throwing in some danger and tying up loose ends, but it actually leaves some things open to possibly be addressed in a sequel. The phallus is symbolic of that which takes mothers attention away from the baby, and is seen as the thing the father possesses. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. His point here seems to be that voyeurism can induce a trancelike emotional paralysisa message feminists could appreciate if Body Double took less pleasure in the mechanics of mutilation, and that ordinary moviegoers could ponder if the characters' motivations were not so numbingly nitwit. Her pain is palpable, if not explained. "Elevating Voyeurism to New Lows". In the end, the inevitable happened. Boston Globe 28 Oct 1984: A8. It was like looking for a needle in a haystack. I felt like I was being tortured through much of the book because we spend so much time on stupid details. Lyman, Rick. Marine Vacth. BRIAN DE PALMA THINKS WE NEED MORE VIOLENCE IN OUR LIVES The young boxers are all thirsty for a scuffle and hope to make extra cash, which is why they jump at the tip-off from Dry Eye to rob one of Pearson's marijuana facilities. Combining cutting-edge design, illustration and journalism, weve been described as being at the vanguard of the independent publishing movement. Our reviews feature a unique tripartite ranking system that captures the different aspects of the movie-going experience. 
Icon, 2010. A hotel in Avalon, on the Island of Santa Catalina. "[24] The London Clinic for Battered Women asked Columbia Pictures for a percentage of the profits from the film, claiming it was "blood money" for using "the victimization of women as a source of massive profit. I was being presented the same facts over and over again and demanded to know what Rosanna liked. She caught him and threw him out of her life. I, personally, think the original pretending to be the clone pretending to be OG Sarah having to steal back a life that she eventually realizes she really doesn't want has the most irony and impact. Brian De Palmas Body Double, in which a man finds himself spying on the grisly murder of a woman, uses the protagonists arduous discovery of the titular duality as the source of all its suspense. Change). She did it. Once Alex confessed the crime, Eva and her father, Jaime Pea enacted the revenge plot. Finally, all the dreams of control and nightmares of powerlessness that Jake has had to face come to the verge of realization in Body Doubles climax. 
DePalma is stating that we can find identity and we can find our phallus through the characters and situations in film. At the time of its release, the film received lukewarm success at the box office and mixed reviews, though Melanie Griffith's performance earned praise and brought her a Golden Globe nomination. That night, I told her my life story, things I'd never told anyone. In Lacans terminology, crossing the bar is equivalent to understanding a metaphors meaning and can be a method to recognize and overcome psychosis. Franois Ozon Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.dropbox.com/s/veezvnoga4n5whv/DUAL%20-%20screenplay.pdf?dl=0. Throughout the film, in addition to overcoming his claustrophobia and forming his self image, Jake is attempting to find out who Alexander Revelle and the Indian both are, all the while communicating with Sam, not knowing his real name or alternate identities. He becomes consumed by the thought of her and begins stalking her, waiting outside of her house, following her to the mall, taking her panties from the garbage, and eavesdropping on her phone calls. We believe in Truth & Movies. The way he deals with the consequences, meanwhile, makes for a series of unpredictable and surreal events. A nervous breakdown has forced Rosanna out of the public eye, and she needs a look-alike to take her place in the tabloid media circus of Hollywood. Jake climbs out of this hole, climbs out of the box he has been put in by the father, seizes on the idea he has seen displayed in the father that one person can play many roles and decide their own actions, and defines himself, killing the father and rescuing Holly Body. "Gore overshadows artistry in De Palma's 'Body Double'". London, Michael. "[16], Body Double debuted to mixed reviews and intense controversy due to its sex and violence. Pearson masterfully confronts the billionaire about the offer under the pretense of accepting it acting cool, calm, and collected before flying off the handle and forcing him to pay 270 million back to him in compensation. The truth is that I didn't expect the ending which was a big twist. The Indian picks her up, knocks her unconscious and drives away with her. On the one hand, for example, you could read Sarahs mothers voicemail about the contacts as existing to clue the audience in that the mother knows she isnt the original. Ocker, Audiobook Review: These Vengeful Hearts by KatherineLaurin. He demonstrates that having the desire for something is more often the thing desired than actually acquiring the something. '"[20], Gene Siskel of the Chicago Tribune gave the film two-and-a-half stars out of four and wrote "When the drill came onto the screen, De Palma lost me and control of his movie. The Globe and Mail; 15 Dec 1984: M.8. Holly Body is the body of Hollywood, or the movie screen onto which desire can be projected. Body Double, while not his finest, is the best candidate as De Palmas signature film. Presumably he should know by now that Sarahs Double doesnt like Mexican food. Improving the copy in the close modal and post notices - 2023 edition. What I don't get is how Eva (= Carla) pretended to be in love with Alex for such a long time (8 months or more if I am not mistaken). Rewatched it and realized her illness was a metaphor for toxic relationships. Although, what would Pearson do with the pound of flesh that he wanted from him, anyway? Her body may not have been found, as well, if her double ran after possibly avoiding certain death, which would explain why no body was ever found in the search. [citation needed] Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports that 77% of critics have given the film a positive review based on 35 reviews, with an average rating of 6.2/10. WebHow does the movie end? When this happens, both Sophies are making their decisions. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I mean, thats the guy whos responsible for her mothers death. [9] Nonetheless, Haven did appear in a minor role and consulted with DePalma about the adult film industry. The name of the father in the film Body Double is Sam, however this is not the fathers actual name. Probaby a minimum of 200 pages was spent on this. The final scene leaves a lot for interpretation, she is in the wrong side of the round about. In order to meet Holly, he pretends to be a porn producer hiring for a new film. "[7] The erotic thriller was also becoming a popular genre to audiences, with the box offices successes of Dressed to Kill and Body Heat. Though his claustrophobia initially incapacitates him again, he overcomes his fear and climbs out, and Sam is knocked into the aqueduct by the dog and drowned. In it he first sees Holly Body and then sees himself for the first time. Scully is overpowered and thrown into the grave. 
They're not showmen They're corporation types. Show more. Ethans Double tries to leave alone and gets knocked out by the magical force-field. She's the original Sarah, playing it up for the court, pretending to be the clone for her boyfriend and mother who made a plan with the clone to kill the original. Scully follows them to a reservoir where the Indian is digging a grave. Body Double is a 1984 American erotic thriller film directed, co-written, and produced by Brian De Palma. And also one of the best movies all times combined. Eva got to you without my knowledge. 
WebSynopsis. Brian DePalmas 1984 film Body Double explores Lacans ideas of identity development and desire. Summary: A struggling actor's obsession with spying on It did not pay off for me. I was fascinated by this story and the aura of celebrity. De Palma then offered the role to Linda Hamilton, who declined to begin pre-production on The Terminator. They think Scarface was violent? The film is a direct homage to the 1950s films of Alfred Hitchcock, specifically Rear Window, Vertigo and Dial M for Murder, taking plot lines and themes (such as voyeurism and obsession) from the first two.[3][4]. One got actual death and other got a sort of living prison with duel murderer 'survivor guilt.'. However, he's not the friend that he claims to be, as he's sneakily manipulating the situation in an attempt to swindle Pearson out of millions and make even more money for himself. To be clear, I think that her boyfriend and mother were in on the plan to poison original Sarah. This film is a serious candidate for the title of "number one thriller" all times combined. Deciding to replace Sarahs Double the way she was originally going to replace Sarah herself, by paying attention to her, acting like her, and rendering herself into an approximation of Sarahs Double that is convincing enough for friends and family. It was a suspense thriller, and I was always interested in finding new ways to kill people. [29], In addition, the film's trailer won a Clio Award in 1984. Because, of course, she doesnt. Get a list of the best movie and TV titles recently added (and coming Find a list of the best recent and upcoming film and TV titles added to What to Watch Right Now on Amazon's Prime Video, Music title data, credits, and images provided by, Movie title data, credits, and poster art provided by. The writing was technically proficient, but the writer writes in a literary style that just isnt suited to this kind of plot. At the film's outset, "The Gentlemen" swiftly introduces us to Mickey Pearson and establishes that he snubbed a powerful tabloid newspaper editor known asBig Dave (Eddie Marsan), who vows to take Pearson down in revenge for making him look like an idiot in front of his friends. Thankfully, with an impressive cast also boasting the likes of Charlie Hunnam, Hugh Grant, Colin Farrell, and Henry Golding, it's fun to watch all these colorful characters clash together. I believe its on Hulu in America. Paul does indeed turn out to be a sort of double lover: after Chlo discovers that he adopted his mothers name when he started his practice, she sees a man who looks exactly like him outside another psychoanalysis office. what about her car at the end? But the one in the car had BROWN eyes, and broke down crying when the mom was going to order brown contacts for the seemingly blue-eyed double left behind. "[19] Todd McCarthy of Variety stated "To his credit, DePalma moves his camera as beautifully as any director in the business today and on a purely physical level 'Body Double' often proves quite seductive as the camera tracks, swirls, cranes and zooms towards and around the objects of DePalma's usually sinister contemplation. Not her. 2023 JustWatch - All external content remains the property of the rightful owner. [9] Jamie Lee Curtis, Carrie Fisher, and Tatum O'Neal were considered for the role before Griffith won the role. Jakes driving force is that he wants to be an actor, which is a stand in for his desire to develop his own sense of self. Body Double is of course a thriller, containing various Hitchcockian themes and devices for which DePalma has become famous. Its also a spoof of the porn industry, but it treats the porn business and B-movie slasher films in a refreshingly frank and candid manner. Its done with humor and without any moralizing, just another part of the business. I have a hunch that this film will get even better with consecutive viewings. I had to read certain portions several times in order to make sense of it. [9], Body Double contains a film within a film sequence in which pop band Frankie Goes to Hollywood performs their song "Relax"[11] on the set of a pornographic film, and in which scream queen Brinke Stevens,[12] and adult actresses Cara Lott and Annette Haven appear. Show more than 6 labels for the same point using QGIS. Learn more about Stack Overflow the company, and our products. Check box if your review contains spoilers. One that Sarah, having thwarted the plot, was able to sniff out and pass. Body Double isnt trash, misogynistic or otherwise. Croisette wishes: 20 films wed like to see at Cannes in 2023, The unlikely prescience of Spring Breakers. But thats just me. "[22] Paul Attanasio of The Washington Post wrote "A lewd, gory, twisty-turny murder mystery swirling around Hollywood's porn industry, 'Body Double' finds Brian De Palma at the zenith of his cinematic virtuosity. This was a dark, twisted tale but the literary writing style made it difficult to read. Sex, lies and psychoanalysis has never been more entertaining. After losing an acting role and his girlfriend, Jake Scully finally catches a break: he gets offered a gig house-sitting in the Hollywood Hills. Its a wicked, feature-length double entendre from a Doublemint era. So I just finished watching The Body. Los Angeles Times 16 Dec 1983: m1. Here's the thing though. A young actor's obsession with spying on a beautiful woman who lives nearby leads to a baffling series of events with drastic consequences. Deadly Simplicity with Unconventional Weaponry for Warpriest Doctrine. Site design / logo 2023 Stack Exchange Inc; user contributions licensed under CC BY-SA. He had set up cameras to film her and all sorts of things. Synopsis: A strange man discovers our nameless narrator selling popcorn at a decrepit small-town movie theater and offers her an odd and lucrative position: she will forget her job, her acquaintances, even her name, and move to Los Angeles, where she will become the body double of the famous and troubled celebrity Rosanna Feld. WebNonetheless, on its release, Body Double generated considerable controversy because of its depiction of the adult film world and a violent murder using a phallic power drill. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I don't think they were in on the plan though. He is being led through his psychosis of claustrophobia, attempting to understand it. After 1954 everytime there is a movie or a scene when/about a person peeping somebody else from a telescope, it surely inspired by Hitchcock's Rear Window, but De Palma's is a genius, he make a totally different story, so at in the end Body Double is not Rear Window, Body Double is a unique, intense, twisting story with an incredible performance by all the cast but not the character, though it was conclude/explain at in the end, Jake was a stupid person, overall, Body Double is just another excellent thriller by Brian De Palma. My stomach still churns from it. "Do you think the guys who run Coca-Cola (Columbia Pictures' parent company) want publicity about violence? Scully races to save Gloria, but her vicious white German Shepherd attacks him, and the Indian murders Gloria with a huge handheld drill. De Palma actually has the gall to combine the plots from both Vertigo and Rear Window in one big voyeur-fest and pull it off with a certain sly efficiency. 2023 METACRITIC, A FANDOM COMPANY. Jake has lost the object of his desire, and the mother has been forever removed by the father. 
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