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Enemy 2014

“You can't escape yourself.”

★ 6.8/10 · 6,495 votes R ThrillerMystery Released
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What is Enemy?

Enemy is a psychological drama directed by Denis Villeneuve. The film, which is an international co-production involving Spain, France, and Canada, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2013, before receiving a wide release by A24 on March 14, 2014.

Type
Film
Year
2014
Status
Released
Runtime
91 minutes
Release date
Mar 14, 2014
Original language
EN
Origin
Canada, France, Spain
Studios
Rhombus Media, Roxbury Pictures, Mecanismo Films
Budget
$3,500,000
Revenue
$3,396,726
Genres
Thriller, Mystery
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Overview

Enemy is a psychological drama directed by Denis Villeneuve. The film, which is an international co-production involving Spain, France, and Canada, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2013, before receiving a wide release by A24 on March 14, 2014. The narrative follows a mild-mannered college professor who discovers a man who appears to be his exact double. After spotting this look-alike in a movie, the academic becomes disinterested in his own ordinary life and launches a search to investigate the other man. This pursuit leads him to a small-time actor, and the two men find their lives becoming hauntingly intertwined. Jake Gyllenhaal stars in the dual roles of the professor, Adam Bell, and the actor, Anthony Claire. The cast also includes Mélanie Laurent, Sarah Gadon, and Isabella Rossellini. The film is noted for its abrupt and puzzling final moment, which has been the subject of widespread discussion since the production was released. It earned three point four million dollars at the box office and received positive reviews.

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Should you watch it?

“A college professor becomes obsessed after spotting his exact physical double in a movie.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling lead performance
  • unsettling visual style
Keep in mind
  • ambiguous narrative
  • slow pacing

Watch it if you enjoy psychological thrillers that prioritize mood and symbolism over straightforward storytelling.

The film contains mature themes and an unsettling, surreal atmosphere.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this film based on a book?

Yes, the film is an adaptation of a novel.

What is the genre of this movie?

It is a psychological thriller.

Who is the main character?

The protagonist is a mild-mannered college professor.

What triggers the plot?

The plot begins when the professor discovers a look-alike actor in a film.

Is the story easy to follow?

The narrative is known for its ambiguity and surreal elements.