Double Impact 1991
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What is Double Impact?
The film Double Impact features Jean Claude Van Damme in a dual role. He plays the parts of Alex and Chad, who are twins.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 31, 1991
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Stone Group Pictures, Vision International, Columbia Pictures
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $30,102,717
- Genres
- Thriller, Action, Crime, Drama
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Overview
The film Double Impact features Jean Claude Van Damme in a dual role. He plays the parts of Alex and Chad, who are twins. The twins were separated at the death of their parents. Chad was raised by a family retainer in Paris, while Alex became a petty crook in Hong Kong. The twins are eventually reunited when Chad sees a picture of Alex. Chad then convinces Alex that his rival in Hong Kong is responsible for their parents' death. However, Alex is suspicious of Chad, particularly when it comes to his girlfriend. The twins' reunion sets the stage for the events that unfold in the film. Jean Claude Van Damme's dual role is central to the story, which explores the relationship between the twins and the circumstances of their separation. The film's plot is driven by the twins' interactions and the secrets that are revealed as they work together.
Should you watch it?
“Separated twins reunite in Hong Kong to avenge the death of their parents.”
- features Jean Claude Van Damme in a dual role
- packed with action and suspense
- alex is suspicious of chad and the plot involves tension
- twins start as estranged strangers
Watch it if you enjoy action thrillers starring Jean Claude Van Damme playing twins.
The film contains action, crime, and thriller elements and is rated R.
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Frequently asked questions
Who stars in the film?
Jean Claude Van Damme plays the dual role of the twins Alex and Chad.
What is the relationship between the main characters?
Alex and Chad are twins who were separated after the death of their parents.
Where were the twins raised?
Chad was raised by a family retainer in Paris, while Alex became a petty crook in Hong Kong.
What brings the twins back together?
Chad sees a picture of Alex and decides to rejoin him in Hong Kong.
What is the main goal of the twins?
Chad convinces Alex that his rival in Hong Kong is the man who killed their parents.