Kathryn Schroeder of FilmFracture writes: "The year is 1987, and Saddam Hussein is at the height of his power in Iraq. Opening on archival footage the viewer is introduced to this specific time in history; the Dictatorship of Saddam, war with missiles firing, and tanks scouring the desert land. Swiftly the footage cuts to two luxury cars speeding through the desert landscape, and then into the bustling city of Baghdad. A man in uniform sits in the back seat, looking uncomfortable, scared, and out of place. Soon enough you find out the man is Latif Yahia, an Iraqi army lieutenant who has been summoned by Uday Hussein. The reason for the request, to become a fiday (body double) for Uday as their looks are quite similar. Latif is faced with an assignment he cannot decline; for saying no to the son of Saddam Hussein means death, or worse. "
Nicholas of Movies Hate You Too writes:
Netflix has added several new releases to its Streaming stable; some are misguided and rather disappointing action flicks but a couple of the smaller films are worth checking out. In regards to Netflix’s catalog lineup they’ve added some baseball themed films for the push towards the playoffs, several 70′s horror films, some 80′s teen action, a bizarre mix of 90′s classics, and some ‘thrilling’ B-movies. July isn’t a banner month for new additions but it’s a step in the right direction.
Dominic Cooper takes on the role of Uday Hussain (Saddam’s son) and Latif Yahia, his body double, in this true tale of corruption, deception and lust. The film jumps in to where Latif is taken into the palace of Uday and forced to live an alternate life and never to see his family again. As most may be aware, or at least could hazard a guess, Latif does all in his power to achieve freedom and flee from this perverse world he has been coerced in to.
Dr Chris "This is one of the best films of the year and a true slice of real horror. Cooper should get nominated for an Academy Award for this film. Check out The Devil's Double now on Blu-ray."
