Canada / USA,
1988, 115 min
(Alternative: 111 min)
Directed by:
David CronenbergCinematography:
Peter SuschitzkyComposer:
Howard ShoreCast:
Jeremy Irons, Geneviève Bujold, Heidi von Palleske, Barbara Gordon, Shirley Douglas, Stephen Lack, Denis Akiyama, Jill Hennessy, Dee McCafferty (more)Plots(1)
Jeremy Irons delivers a disturbing performance as twin gynaecologists Elliot & Beverly Mantle. Intrigued by the mysteries of sex and anatomy, the brothers grow from inseparable playmates to world-renowned specialists. Sharing everything from their hi-tech clinic to their women, Elliot and Beverly seem inseparable. The entrance of Claire (Genevieve Bujold) an actress seeking fertility treatment, changes their relationship forever. Both twins seduce her but shy, sensitive Beverly falls in love and attempts to break free from his charming brother with catastrophic consequences. (Umbrella Entertainment)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards
- 1988 - David Cronenberg (Best Director)
- 1988 - Geneviève Bujold (Best Supporting Actress)
- 1988 - Best Film
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1988 - Jeremy Irons (Best Actor)
- 1988 - Best Film
The Saturn Awards
- 1990 - Best Horror Film
- 1990 - David Cronenberg, Norman Snider (Best Writing)
- 1990 - Jeremy Irons (Best Actor)
- 1990 - Howard Shore (Best Music)
- 1990 - Denise Cronenberg (Best Costumes)
Avoriaz International Fantastic Film Festival
- 1989 - David Cronenberg (Grand Prize)
- 1989 - David Cronenberg (C.S.T. Award)