The Two Faces of January
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The Two Faces of January
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1962. A glamorous American couple, the charismatic Chester MacFarland (Mortensen) and his alluring younger wife Colette (Dunst), arrive in Athens by b...oat via the Corinth Canal. While sightseeing at the Acropolis they encounter Rydal (Isaac), a young, Greek-speaking American who is working as a tour guide, scamming tourists on the side. Drawn to Colette's beauty and impressed by Chester's wealth and sophistication, Rydal gladly accepts their invitation to dinner. However, all is not as it seems with the MacFarlands and Chester's affable exterior hides darker secrets. When Rydal visits the couple at their exclusive hotel, Chester presses him to help move the body of a seemingly unconscious man who he claims attacked him. In the moment, Rydal agrees but as events take a more sinister turn he finds himself compromised and unable to pull himself free. His increasing infatuation with the vulnerable and responsive Colette gives rise to Chester's jealousy and paranoia, leading to a tense and dangerous battle of wits between the two men. Show More

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their luxurious hotel room, he discovers a dead body. Fearing the consequences, Chester and Colette convince Rydal to help them dispose of the body. As they embark on a journey across Greece, tensions rise and trust begins to unravel between the three characters. The Two Faces of January is a suspenseful thriller set against the backdrop of 1960s Greece. It explores themes of deception, greed, and the consequences of one's actions. The film is visually stunning, capturing the beauty and allure of Athens and its ancient ruins. The performances by the lead actors, Viggo Mortensen, Kirsten Dunst, and Oscar Isaac, are riveting, each bringing complexity and depth to their characters. Mortensen portrays Chester MacFarland, a man with a mysterious past and an ability to manipulate those around him. Dunst shines as the alluring Colette, who is both drawn to and trapped by Chester's charm. Isaac delivers a standout performance as Rydal, a young man caught in the web of the MacFarlands' deceit. Overall, The Two Faces of January is a captivating thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, questioning the motives and loyalties of its characters until the very end.