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DOPPELGÄNGER:THE DOUBLE 
 
DOPPELGÄNGER: SOBOWTÓR

 

 

OPENING NIGHT
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DOPPELGÄNGER:THE DOUBLE

drama, thriller I 2023 I Poland

SUNDAY 20/10/2024 6:30pm 

LUNA LEEDERVILLE

 

Original Title:  DOPPELGÄNGER. SOBOWTÓR

Duration:        118 min

Language:        Polish, German, French with English

                           subtitles

 

Director:  Jan Holoubek

Cast:         Jakub Gierszal, Tomasz Schuchardt,

                 Emily Kusche,  Wiktoria Gorodecka,

                 Andrzej Seweryn, Katarzyna Herman

 

 

Join us on the opening night and celebrate 10 years of the Polish Film Festival in Perth. 

 

Pre-screening reception includes a complimentary drink on arrival and Polish specialties served by Eco Bread and Polish Pierogi Dumplings before the film. 

Arrivals 6:15pm I Reception 6:30pm I Speeches and film approx. 7pm

 

Set against the backdrop of Cold War espionage, DOPPELGÄNGER. THE DOUBLE  is a gripping psychological spy thriller that unravels across both sides of the Iron Curtain. Masterfully directed by Jan Holoubek, it follows the intertwined lives of two men, Hans Steiner and Jan Bitner, living in parallel universes yet mysteriously connected. Recipient of multiple awards at the Gdynia Film Festival, it keeps audiences on the edge of their seats as they gradually comprehend the connections between the two characters.

Hans Steiner (Jakub Gierszał) lives a seemingly quiet life in bustling Strasbourg, where under his new identity he discreetly carries out espionage activities. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Iron Curtain in Gdańsk, devoted patriot Jan Bitner (Tomasz Schuchardt), passionately fights for a free Poland immersed in the Solidarity movement. Despite their disparate worlds, a subtle connection links them, setting the stage for a high-stakes game of deception and intrigue. With tensions escalating on both sides of the Iron Curtain, the fate of these two men becomes increasingly intertwined.

Rooted in actual events of Cold War Poland and produced with great attention to detail, the film explores themes of identity theft and international politics and their profound impact on the lives of ordinary individuals.

Doppelganger was the opening selection of the 2023 Gdynia Film Festival, winning multiple awards including best director, best cinematography and best supporting actor.


"Excellent Cold War thriller. Jakub Gierszal gives a stunning screen performance as the spy. Director Jan Holoubek's work is beyond praise as he keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.” — Sydney Arts Guide


"Excellent craftsmanship, superb acting, a unique vision, and style. — Vogue Poland


"It contains elements of Hitchcock, Polański, and the action-packed, espionage spirit of old Polish comics.” — Onet

JAN HOLOUBEK

A graduate of the prestigious Cinematography Department of Lodz Film Academy, he started as a DOP in 2003 and worked on a variety of artistic and commercial projects, very quickly establishing himself as one of the best in Poland. After years of working as a cinematographer, Holoubek made his feature directorial debut with "25 Years of Innocence" (2023 PFF Sydney) in 2020. Holoubek's debut won an award for Best Debut Film at Gdynia Film Festival, Poland's most important annual film event. Piotr Trojan, who played the lead role, received the award for best male leading role. 

AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

WINNER: Best Director I 48th Gdynia Film Festival I 2023

WINNER: Best Cinematography I 48th Gdynia Film Festival I 2023

WINNER: Best Supporting Actor (Tomasz Schuchardt) I 48th Gdynia Film Festival I 2023

WINNER: Golded Frog: Best Film I Carmerimage I 2023

WINNER: Eagle, Best Supporting Actor (Tomasz Schuchardt) I Polish Film Awards I 2024

WINNER:  Special Prize I The New York Polish Film Festival I 2024

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LUNA LEEDERVILLE I SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER I 6:30 PM

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