A Different Man

TIFF65: Greek Premiere

An ambitious actor agrees to undergo a groundbreaking medical procedure to drastically alter his appearance. But the new face he dreamt of quickly becomes his worst nightmare as he loses the role he believed he was destined for and gradually becomes obsessed with reclaiming what’s been lost. A surprising blend of psychological thriller and dark comedy, the film explores the notion of identity, its fluid, elusive, and multifaceted nature, while evoking memories of David Lynch’s masterful The Elephant Man and John Frankenheimer’s unsettling Seconds. At the same time, it subtly critiques society’s hypocritical stance on imperfection. With two outstanding performances from its lead actors (Sebastian Stan’s portrayal earning him the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the Berlin International Film Festival) the film’s impeccable sound design and mesmerizing noir atmosphere make Aron Siberg’s latest one of the finest films of the year.