The movie keeps you on your seat at all times, the role that Dominic Cooper plays is masterful making the contrast of both characters. The story could have been a little more accurate and with more shape. I give it a 7 out of 10.
The movie is based on the true story of Latif Yahia, a man who was forced to become the double of Saddam Hussein's son, Uday Hussein, and who lived a nightmare of violence, lust and corruption. Dominic Cooper plays both characters with great skill, showing their differences in personality, gestures and accents. The actor manages to convey the anguish of Latif and the madness of Uday, creating a constant tension on the screen.
The story is well told, although sometimes it feels a bit confusing and superficial. I would have liked it to go deeper into the historical and political context of Iraq, as well as the motivations and emotions of the secondary characters. The movie has a good pace and a good setting, recreating the luxury and opulence of Saddam Hussein's regime, as well as the violence and horror that accompanied it.
In summary, the movie is a political thriller that catches you from the beginning and shows you an unknown facet of the recent history of Iraq. Dominic Cooper shines in his double role and proves his talent as an actor. The movie has some flaws in its script and direction, but in general it is a good proposal that is worth watching.
The movie is based on the true story of Latif Yahia, a man who was forced to become the double of Saddam Hussein's son, Uday Hussein, and who lived a nightmare of violence, lust and corruption. Dominic Cooper plays both characters with great skill, showing their differences in personality, gestures and accents. The actor manages to convey the anguish of Latif and the madness of Uday, creating a constant tension on the screen.
The story is well told, although sometimes it feels a bit confusing and superficial. I would have liked it to go deeper into the historical and political context of Iraq, as well as the motivations and emotions of the secondary characters. The movie has a good pace and a good setting, recreating the luxury and opulence of Saddam Hussein's regime, as well as the violence and horror that accompanied it.
In summary, the movie is a political thriller that catches you from the beginning and shows you an unknown facet of the recent history of Iraq. Dominic Cooper shines in his double role and proves his talent as an actor. The movie has some flaws in its script and direction, but in general it is a good proposal that is worth watching.