Claire Stenwick used to work for the CIA, and Ray Koval used to work for MI6. The pair had an affair many years ago, and now they're released from their respective agencies, they decide to do a job all of their own. Claire decides they should go to work for rival pharmaceutical companies and ... Read review
From the writer/director of Michael Clayton Duplicity is a smart slick and cool ... more
espionage movie. Academy Award'‚ winner Julia Roberts and Clive Owen star as two sexy spies turned-corporate operatives who attempt to pull off one of the biggest heists ever. As the stakes rise in the ultimate game of cat-and-mouse they'll put everything on the line to remain one double-cross ahead of the rest.
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Julia Roberts and Clive Owen surprise and delight on multiple levels inDuplicity,a caper ... more
film that keeps the audience guessing if the tone is cheeky, seriously, or both in exactly the same scene. Owen smolders as the relaxed, craggy sexual beast he's become--effortlessly--and Roberts is surprisingly mature and tic-less. And their chemistry threatens to explode out of the beaker. On one level,Duplicityis a sparring romance, bringing to mind the no-holds-barred zingers between Cary Grant and Roz Russell inHis Girl Friday. But the film has layers of action and suspense, as well as a neat spin on the spy business. Instead of hunting for, or protecting, confidential state nuclear secrets, as each character once did when they first met, now they are beholden to captains of industry and Madison Avenue--seeking secrets not of national security, but of formulas to the next great moisturiser. Director Tony Gilroy, who wrote all the Bourne films and wrote and directedMichael Claytonis clearly carving out a snappy path for himself as a master of sleek, suspenseful, energetic films that nonetheless appeal to a mass audience. A special shoutout to the opening scene of a mano a mano fistfight on a tarmac between Armani-clad CEOs (one played by an especially memorable Paul Giamatti). "You on one side, me on the other," says Roberts' Claire at one point to Owen's Ray. "It's perfect." Perfect grownup entertainment.--A.T. Hurley
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Julia Roberts and Clive Owen surprise and delight on multiple levels inDuplicity,a caper ... more
film that keeps the audience guessing if the tone is cheeky, seriously, or both in exactly the same scene. Owen smolders as the relaxed, craggy sexual beast he's become--effortlessly--and Roberts is surprisingly mature and tic-less. And their chemistry threatens to explode out of the beaker. On one level,Duplicityis a sparring romance, bringing to mind the no-holds-barred zingers between Cary Grant and Roz Russell inHis Girl Friday. But the film has layers of action and suspense, as well as a neat spin on the spy business. Instead of hunting for, or protecting, confidential state nuclear secrets, as each character once did when they first met, now they are beholden to captains of industry and Madison Avenue--seeking secrets not of national security, but of formulas to the next great moisturiser. Director Tony Gilroy, who wrote all the Bourne films and wrote and directedMichael Claytonis clearly carving out a snappy path for himself as a master of sleek, suspenseful, energetic films that nonetheless appeal to a mass audience. A special shoutout to the opening scene of a mano a mano fistfight on a tarmac between Armani-clad CEOs (one played by an especially memorable Paul Giamatti). "You on one side, me on the other," says Roberts' Claire at one point to Owen's Ray. "It's perfect." Perfect grownup entertainment.--A.T. Hurley
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Production Year: 2002 - Thriller - Director: Bharat Nalluri, Rob Bailey, Andy Wilson - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Matthew MacFadyen, Keeley Hawes, David Oyelowo, Peter Firth, Jenny Agutter, Lisa Faulkner
Thriller - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Timothy West, Neil Morrissey, Tara Fitzgerald, Annette Crosbie, Pauline Quirke, Rob Brydon, Denise Van Outen, John Thomson, Kevin Whately, David Suchet
Production Year: 2002 - Thriller - Director: K.C. Bascombe - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring: Jesse James, Rachel Skarsten, Charles Powell, Linda Purl, Kevin Zegars
Advantages: Paul Giamatti, the idea of the plot is good Disadvantages: The main actors, the pace, the flicking back and forth in time, confusing, boring
Claire Stenwick used to work for the CIA, and Ray Koval used to work for MI6. The pair had an affair many years ago, and now they're released from their respective agencies, they decide to do a job all of their own. Claire decides they should go to work for rival pharmaceutical companies and con them both to the tune of $40 million. Both bosses are desperate to get the new product from each other, so Claire and Ray twist things to get the product ... ...really trust each other, and will their competitive streaks be the making or breaking of them?
This was a film I've been eager to see after all the adverts on TV a while back, and then I've seen it on the beginning ads of several DVDs I've rented lately too. I love Julia Roberts as an actress and Clive Owen is growing on me too so this seemed like an ideal watch. My fiance and I sat down with my parents to watch it on the last day ... more
Claire Stenwick used to work for the CIA, and Ray Koval used to work for MI6. The pair had an affair many years ago, and now they're released from their respective agencies, they decide to do a job all of their own. Claire decides they should go to work for rival pharmaceutical companies and con them both to the tune of $40 million. Both bosses are desperate to get the new product from each other, so Claire and Ray twist things to get the product for themselves without anyone else knowing. But can they ever really trust each other, and will their competitive streaks be the making or breaking of them?
This was a film I've been eager to see after all the adverts on TV a while back, and then I've seen it on the beginning ads of several DVDs I've rented lately too. I love Julia Roberts as an actress and Clive Owen is growing on me too so this seemed like an ideal watch. My fiance and I sat down with my parents to watch it on the last day of our visit to theirs so we hoped to enjoy it, and I think for the most part they did, but I was left a tad confused and completely underwhelmed by this poor, disappointing movie!
The film begins introducing us to the characters of Ray and Claire and a bit of their background. All seemed pretty straightforward at this point, but then things started to get a bit peculiar for me. It then proceeded to jump forwards and backwards in time, repeating sequences over and over with no explanation, trying to create this "interesting" story of deception, lies and also a little love as well. Now, I'm not a thick person but I was just flummoxed most of the time with what was going on, my fiance having to whisper in my ear every 5 minutes what was happening and I think it was poorly constructed in this manner.
The acting isn't really anything to sing home about either. Roberts has obviously done some amazing films in the past, but this is not going to be anywhere near up there with the greats. She is fairly bland in this movie and doesn't seem to put much passion into the character of Claire, and consequently I didn't care much for her either way to be honest which was a shame. I also felt the chemistry between her and Owen was seriously lacking, and I found the relationship a little too false to be believable. The only part where I felt the two actors were any good was the surprising ending! The performance I did enjoy was that of the brilliant Paul Giamatti as company boss Richard Garsik - a very funny and fantastic performance and really puts the rest to shame.
Action scenes in the film were unfortunately pretty few and far between. There was one very good scene that was tense and created a good atmosphere and the final few scenes were good too, but other than that there was nothing to really write home about throughout the movie. It just seemed the whole movie had a very lacklustre feel about it and it seemed to plod along without really shocking or getting the audience excited about this heist that is going to happen. I think the constant chopping and changing of the period of time the film focusses on doesn't help with that, and I just think it seemed very confused. One thing I liked was the changing of location as it kept it fresh and gave viewers something nice to look at but it's only a minor positive really!
It's a shame that such good actors have made such a hash of what could have been a great movie. I feel that the idea of the plot is a good one, and really could have worked if it had been done in a different way. I didn't like how it flicked back and forth between Ray and Claire's relationship as it wasn't always clear to me what was going on and when the action on screen took place in relation to the current storyline of the heist, and the whole thing left me cold really. As I said, there were a few scenes here and there which were good but they weren't even to save this mess from becoming a disaster. The adverts for this make it look fun and a great watch, but they've clearly just shown the few good bits to entice the viewers which I think is a real shame. I wouldn't waste your time watching this, and if you must, I'd advise waiting until its on telly and won't cost you anything! Disappointing.
Written and Directed by Tony Gilroy. Running Time: 125 minutes Certificate: 12A
Main Cast: Clive Owen ... Ray Koval Julia Roberts ... Claire Stenwick Tom Wilkinson ... Howard Tully Paul Giamatti ... Richard Garsik
Advantages: Very watchable film Disadvantages: none
...was very interested to watch Duplicity which was one of the DVDs that I received for Christmas. I had not seen the film before but it looked promising as it starred Julia Roberts and Clive Owen and having now watched it, I was not disappointed. Duplicity seems to be one of those typical heist films that keeps you guessing until the very last moment and you know that it is going to go one of two ways. Either you think that the ‘heisters’ are going ... ...way round it is in Duplicity but I don’t think that you will be disappointed! Clive Owen plays Ray Koval and Julia Roberts plays Claire Stenwick who have a bit of a history with each other. He worked for MI6 and she worked for the CIA when they first met in Dubai a few years earlier and she duped him into letting her spend the night with him so that she can steal some important papers. Five years later they find themselves having to work together ...
kingfisher111 30.12.2009
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Advantages: Great storyline, great actors, unexpected ending twist Disadvantages: No chemistry, confusing
When Claire Stenwick (Julia Roberts) and Ray Koval's (Clive Owen) paths cross, they begin an intimate affair. Ex-CIA agent, Claire, comes up with a plan where the two of them can work together in making a huge $40 million. With Claire working for a corporate giant in New York who have recently announced a new product development, so valuable that it would cause their main competitor to sink, Ray (who used to work for MI6) takes up a job with the ... ...with the CEOs each desperately wanting the product, they come up with their own ingenious plan to get their hands on it first and, in doing so, make themselves a fortune. The plot takes you on many twists and turns and clever tactics and if Claire and Ray can both get past the fact that each one is highly competitive and secretive, they may be able to start trusting each other while playing in this million dollar game. The film jumps back and forth ...
frankiefromings13 09.04.2009
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Advantages: Funny, clever and intricate plot Disadvantages: Maybe a bit more convuletd than it needed to be
Duplicity is a romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and Clive Owen with an intricate plot and lots of twists and turns, nevertheless I thoroughly enjoyed this film. I've heard quite a few negative reviews recently, admittedly I don't think Julia Roberts was at her best however the storyline, which kept me guessing all the way through, and Clive Owen definitely made up for any other weaknesses in the movie. The story line is a comical thriller, ... ...two ex-spies. Throughout the film, the bond between the two characters is questionable. It is clear that neither is able to trust the other completely, this mistrust is accentuated by the complicated con they are embroiled in. The ultimate goal of the con is to make their fortune and live happily ever after, however how can they be sure that the other one can be trusted? The web of lies and deceit they weave leads to a complex and elaborate storyline ...
Maggie1981 30.03.2009
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Advantages: Seeing julia roberts getting old Disadvantages: i had to pay to see this fim
...intrigue, it was just perfect. Duplicity however tries to recreate this winner however you must remember how terrible oceans 12 and 13 were. Basically my point is that this movie in my opinion was terrible. The movie was too clever for its own good. When you watch this film you get bored and very confused and then when the movie finally ends you think to yourself- is that it. Well that was pretty obvious from the beggining. Duplicity was a big budget ... ...movie does give a sense of reality with a plotline of corporate greed and theft and as for every hollywood blockbuster movie the formula for this movie is simply morality and success are functions of beauty
I could write alot more in this review about Duplicity. How it stars Clive Owen and Julia Roberts. How the storyline is pretty much driven by their sex drive and their lust for each other but the film just doesnt do it for me. It just felt wrong. ...
gumjoy 27.03.2009
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Advantages: It's a slick Hollywood espionage thriller... Disadvantages: It's less than the sum of its parts.
for the espionage itself and many individual motifs for specific characters or scenarios, so the sound-scapes feel rather busy, but overall the music fits the film and its sense of fun.
?Duplicity? is a frothy confection that plays out like a spy-cum-date movie. The direction is smart and sprightly, almost covering up the fact that there is hardly any plot with its tricksy plotting and relentless pace. The central scheme is nicely knotty and the main characters are likeable enough. The performances are slick and starry and the actors are obviously enjoying their work. However, enjoyable as it may be, it is less than the sum of its parts because once you get past all the rug-pulling there?s nothing much underneath. So while it may make you smile the first time round, it won?t be massively re-watchable once the scam has been unravelled. I?d give it a go ...
afy9mab 12.06.2009
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Advantages: Fun to watch, good chemistry between Owen and Roberts Disadvantages: Formulaic in parts and it would be nice to see Roberts in a different kind of role
Although it's good to see Julia Roberts back, doing something other than an 'Oceans' film, it's not much of a departure really in roles, and she's in danger of being type-cast. Having said that she does do it well and although she has seen better days, it's still great to see her on screen. The film has also gone some way to restoring my faith in Clive Owen. Also will he ever stop looking good in a suit? I think suits were invented, and have evolved over the years, specifically so that Clive Owen can wear them in movies and look that good. It's frustrating. From a males point of view. Anyway, I digress. I thought Duplicity was a smart, funny film, thoroughly enjoyable if taken in your stride. ...
soulspinner 13.09.2009
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Advantages: Well it's Al Pacino Disadvantages: but not his best film
good points - a nice twist to the ending and especially the delectable Ellen Barkin who has some seriously smouldering screen presence to her role as a maneater - this is by and large Al getting ready to put on slippers and nightgown as he settles into a role he would duplicate many times over in the 90's and beyond, that of the world-weary cop with issues.
I got this DVD for exactly five hundred pence from HMV. You, dear reader, can purchase same online but don't break the bank for it. Pacino plays this role better in that acting masterclass with De Niro and Kilmer that we know as Heat.
The song featured in the film is Sea Of Love itself, an old hit by vocal group The Twilights, covered in the 1980's by erstwhile Led Zep cohorts Robert Plant and Jimmy Page on their 1984 "Honeydrippers" set. I'm sure you will all ...
Contains one use of strong language and moderate sex references
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Feature Film
Country Of Origin
United States of America
Plot
Julia Roberts and Clive Owen steamed up the screen in CLOSER, and they're set to do it again with this thriller from Oscar nominee Tony Gilroy (MICHAEL CLAYTON). In DUPLICITY, Roberts and Owen play secret lovers who have given up their lives as spies to work for major corporations. Both want to get an innovative formula for their respective (and rival) companies that will earn the winner's employer millions. DUPLICITY also co-stars Oscar nominees Tom Wilkinson (IN THE BEDROOM) and Paul Giamatti (SIDEWAYS) as the leaders of the corporations.
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DVD
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UNIVERSAL PICTURES UK; CINRAM LOGISTICS (SWINDON)
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English
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16:9 Anamorphic Wide Screen
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Dolby Digital
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Review
Gilroy has gone full on for a classic caper in the Hitchcockian or Charade line of sophisticated comedy thrillers, and it is smart, slick and full of clever twists. (Empire, 03/06/2009)
Duplicity […] does have Julia Roberts, in full Hollywood movie-star mode (Entertainment Weekly, 03/06/2009)
An enormously entertaining Hollywood escapade (Time Out London, 03/06/2009)
DVD Description
CLOSER co-stars Julia Roberts and Clive Owen reunite for Oscar-nominated director Tony Gilroy's drama tracing the illicit love affair between two spies-turned-corporate operatives. The Cold War has thawed, and for CIA agents seeking to make an easy mint, the real money is in multinational corporations. CIA officer Claire Stenwick (Roberts) and Ray Koval (Owen) are both racing to secure the formula for a product that will bring untold wealth to the company that lands the patent first as the stakes begin to rise, and their passions start to flare. Meanwhile, their mutual employers, industry giant Howerd Tully (Tom Wilkinson) and trailblazing CEO Dick Garsil (Paul Giamatti) start resorting to some seriously underhanded tactics in hope of gaining an advantage over the competition. Loners by definition of their own careers, Claire and Ray engage in a series of schemes and double-crosses while contending with the fact that their mutual attraction could ultimately jeopardize their entire missions.
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