Doppia vita

I rate and review a movie based on how entertained I was by it. The entertainment I receive may be by way of the films artistry, its performances, or its emotional impact. Or all of the above. Usually, all of the above.

A Double Life is one of those films that cannot be judged by its individual scenes. If you did, you may think its a corny, dated film. Instead you need to evaluate it on how you feel by the end of it. I felt a fairly high degree of satisfaction and emotional satisfaction. The final scenes especially convinced me that I had been entertained. Colemans stage portrayal of Othello is especially affecting and may convince you that he deserved to win the Academy Award for Best Actor. At other times you might feel less convinced. Overall, it's an effecting performance.

Anyways this is a decent psycho-drama that may remind you a little of Natalie Portmans Black Swan. Yes, this film is worth watching.