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Double Impact 1991

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★ 6.2/10 · 1,231 votes R ThrillerActionCrimeDrama Released
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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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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.

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“Separated twins reunite in Hong Kong to avenge the death of their parents.”

Reasons to watch
  • features Jean Claude Van Damme in a dual role
  • packed with action and suspense
Keep in mind
  • 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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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.