Posts Tagged ‘Lee Tamahori’

The Devil’s Double

Sunday, November 20th, 2011

The devil existed and he needed a double because he was a coward. With a mind of a child and placed in a role of power, Uday Hussein lived his life as a diluted, sexual predator.

This film is based upon a true story.  Uday Hussein (Dominic Cooper) son of Saddam Hussein, forced his childhood friend Latif Yahia (Dominic Cooper) to be his body double.  What Latif becomes witness to will force him to stand up to the Devil.

The direction by Lee Tamahori is stunning. Bringing to life a true to life scarface. And Dominic Cooper’s dual role is something to marvel at. I loved this film. And has me intrigued to read more about this crazy situation. I give this film a solid

  • Google Reader
  • Share/Bookmark