Double Take

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For reasons that are still fuzzy even by the time final credits roll for Double Take, Wall Street hotshot Daryl Chase (Orlando Jones), framed for both financial wrongdoings and murder, heads to Mexico after exchanging identities with fast-talking Freddie (Eddie Griffin), who is either the key to his freedom or the engineer of his demise. The incomprehensible and supposedly madcap twists and turns that follow make mindless buddy flicks like Rush Hour seem giants of brainy plotting in comparison. The film even features one of those unintentionally hysterical moments in which the villain stops to explain the entire charade to characters who supposedly already know what's going on--and it still doesn't make any sense. None of this would matter, of course, if everything was propelled by some sort of internal screwball logic that had it playfully bouncing over its plot holes. But writer-director George Gallo can't streamline his potential assets--Jones's suave likeability and Griffin's take-no-prisoners crassness--into something that moves. Some of the throwaway comic asides work ("You keep campaigning for this ass-whuppin', you gonna get elected"), but every single one of the extended bits is painfully strained and overdone. Griffin, in particular, becomes desperately obnoxious, and saddling him with clumsy comments on race and social status in a comedy that is ultimately about neither doesn't help. Try 48 Hours instead. --Steve Wiecking

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Outrageously funny and charged with explosive action, hot young comedy stars Eddie Griffin (DEUCE BIGALOW: MALE GIGOLO) and Orlando Jones (THE REPLACEMENTS) team up for a fast-paced adventure in the tradition of BLUE STREAK and RUSH HOUR. Framed in a multimillion-dollar money-laundering scheme, upstanding investement banker Daryl Chase (Jones) suddenly finds himself running from the FBI -- and swapping identities with loudmouthed, low-life petty thief Freddy Tiffany (Griffin). Then, as he dashes for the Mexican border in search of the one man who can clear his name, Daryl discovers his new alias is even more wanted than he is. With hilarious performances and nonstop excitement at every turn, buckle up for a riotous road trip as this wildly mismatched pair deliver the laughs in double time!

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i love this movie.......2007-09-04

this movie is great

eddie griffin and the other guy are the best actors for this movie

it takes time to understand the plot but i still enjoy watching this comedy

Double take.......2007-08-12

This movie is very funny. I have seen it many times and decided to get my own copy. I am very disappointed in the movie though however it skipps and cuts out at the end of the dvd.

YOU CAN PUT YOUR MONEY ON EDDIE G. & ORLANDO J. ANYTIME!!.......2005-06-15

GREAT CAST MEMBERS ESPECIALLY WHEN COME DOWN TO EDDIE GRIFFINS & ORLANDO JONES! IT MADE ME LAUGH HYSTERICALLY, MAINLY AT THE BEGINNING WHEN EDDIE/FRED T. WAS DANCING WITH THE HARRY CHRISTIANS (MY MAN WAS BREAK-DANCING)! I ENJOYED HOW HE & ORLANDO/DARRYL C. MET UP. EDDIE/FRED TIFFANY WAS ACTING A FOOL AT THE LA PEARLA PARTY WHEN HE WENT ON STAGE & DID A JAMES BROWN MOVE (TOO FUNNY). GEORGE GALLO GREAT STORY POINT...GALLO MADE SURE THAT HE MADE IT OBVIOUS TO VIEWERS 2 PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO BODY MOVEMENTS & EYE SIGNALS... IF YOU LOOK BACK OR PAYED CLOSE ATTENTION YOU CAN SEE WHO WAS CROOKED FROM THE START... THAT IS WHY G. GALLO CAME UP WITH NAME DOUBLE TAKE!
I WOULD DEFINENTLY RECOMMEND "DOUBLE TAKE" TO ANYONE WITH SIMILAR TASTE!

Great Movie with confusing twists.......2003-05-30

This move was amazing. Eddie Griffin(Freddie) made this movie amazing by his fast-talking and smart mouth. Orlando Jones(Daryl Chase) is the perfect man for the character for which he was portrayed. Combined, the two make a great cast of actors, and made this movie so likeable. However, even at the end of the movie I was left with a few questions about the plot. I could watch this moie over-and-over again non-stop!

What a tangled web they weave.........2002-08-29

The first time I saw this movie, I have to admit, I was about to fall asleep. That normally doesn't happen, so I didn't think this movie was my type. However, I rented it again to give it another shot because there were some funny parts. But- Double Take is a thinking person's movie. If you don't have time to think about it and figure it out, theres only a few funny parts. But, if you enjoy movies that make you think and laugh, then try it. It also has a good cast including Orlando Jones, Eddie Griffin and one of my favorite actors- Daniel Roebuck.

Tex Ritter Double Feature: Take Me Back to Oklahoma/Rider of the Rockies

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Tex Ritter Double Feature: Take Me Back to Oklahoma/Rider of the Rockies
Starring: Tex Ritter
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Release Date: 2006-08-22

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Double Take

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A writer (Craig Sheffer) witnesses a murder that may have been politically motivated involving Argentinian Nationals. After picking the man out of a line-up and persuasively testifying in court against him, the man is convicted. However, his girlfriend (Brigitte Bako) shows up and says the man is innocent and produces a picture of a young child which she says will be without a father. This leaves the writer with doubts and then when he sees another man (Costas Mandylor) who looks very much like the killer, he becomes more certain that he made a mistake. However, everything is not as it appears and the writer finds himself drawn into the murder and blackmail.

How to Preflight a Trike & How to Setup and Take Down a Trike Wing, Double Feature

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How to Preflight a Trike & How to Setup and Take Down a Trike Wing, Double Feature
Starring: John Beaman / John Olson
Director: Paul Hamilton
Manufacturer: Adventure Productions
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"How to Preflight a Trike" - Instructor John Beaman takes you through a simple step-by-step process of preflight for weigh-shift trikes that is easy to follow. This straight-forward presentation is truly informative and educational for the beginner pilot or an experienced pilot wanting a refresher. This DVD includes a wonderful flying segment with great in-air-footage and soundtrack. Great for Sport Pilots flying light-sport weight-shift trikes, as well as, Ultralight Pilots flying ultralight weight-shift trikes. Program Outline: The Wing; Trike under-carriage; Trike variations (27 minutes). "How to Set Up and Take Down a Trike Wing" - This program take you through the easy step-by-step procedures of setup and take down for all types and models of trike wings. See how easy it is to setup and take down a trike wing. Got a new trike and want some tips on setup and take down? Been a while since you set up or took down the trike you already own? Need a refresher? John "Ole" Olson instructs you with the easy style of the story teller. Truly informative and educational for the beginner pilot or experienced pilot wanting helpful hints & tips. Program Outline: Part 1 - Setup (21 minutes); Part 2 - Take Down (39 minutes).

Double Feature- Winner Take All (1975) & Born To Win (1971) (2006 DVD)

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Double Feature- Winner Take All (1975) & Born To Win (1971) (2006 DVD)

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Winner Takes All (1975 aka Time Lock)- Shirley Jones (The Partridge Family) stars in this drama about a typical American housewife who happens to have a gambling addiction. Her problem begins to tear down her "normal" life, as well as that of her family, as she struggles every day to figure out how to fix it. (NOT RATED) Born To Win (1971) - George Segal stars as J in this dramatic comedy about a smart-mouthed junkie who never stops looking for that "one more fix". One day, he meets Veronica, who just might be his salvation, if he can get a grip on his life. An all-star cast of supporting players including Robert DeNiro, Hector Elizondo, and Karen Black as Veronica. (Rated R).

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Meet The CrazyPets Activity Disk
Director: David Hamby
Manufacturer: Double Take Productions
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ASIN: 0974474916
Release Date: 2005-09-01

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Crazy Pet Productions, LLC. Creating animation starring the Crazy Pets: Crazy Dog, Baby Dog, Crazy Cat, Crazy Little Kitty. The Crazy Pets rescue and rehabilitate stray or lost pets. This DVD has the original move, The Mystery of The Vanishing River, Biographies of the Pets, Movie Reviews, Animal Jokes, 5 Interactive Computer games that will work on XBox, Nintendo, Playstation or PC. There are pet recipes and a feature on The Back Bones of Character - six character values that children learn from caring for pets.

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