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Dual Mania

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2021 | 77 min | Thriller

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
A natural pick for people who enjoy a knot in their stomach. Keeps you leaning forward.
The mood
Tense and unsettling.
The pace
Wastes no time getting going, at 1 hr 17 min. Done before bedtime.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Skip it if you want something to relax to.

A psychological thriller dealing with the dual persona a young man possesses and attempts to conceal throughout his ongoing sessions with his therapist.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    100% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsBelow par

    2 wins and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Joseph Strickland

  • Joseph PlummerDr. Steve Livingston
  • Sherrice EaglinLydia
  • Michael SpitzTommy Valentine
  • Kecia CooperDoris, 1st Secretary
  • Ali GoodmanWoman in Red Dress
  • Larissa BorkowskiDonna Valentine
  • Deborah DeYoungTommy's Mother (Past)
  • Dolores FinleyTommy's Mother (Present)
  • Ryan LevequeTommy at 12 Years Old
  • LaVinci SmithSteve at 10 Years Old