The Scapegoat (R) 7.0

The Scapegoat (2012): Set in 1952, as England prepares for the coronation, The Scapegoat tells the story of two very different men who have one thing in common - a face. (7.0)

Director: Charles Sturridge
Writers: Daphne Du Maurier (story), Charles Sturridge
Stars: Matthew Rhys, Eileen Atkins, Anton Lesser

The premise of the movie, which is given at the very beginning so this is not a spoiler, that two people are so much alike that most people can't tell the difference, is quite far fetched. But the good part of the story lies at the back end as it requires quite a bit of set-up. Granted that the story is about a strict aristocratic British family but just go with it and the end, I think, justifies the initial pain of gritting through that silliness. It is a human story (whatever that means to you) but does contain a few thrilling sequences. Acting, specially by Matthew Rhys is pretty good. Perhaps, it spends too much time getting to the point, but that much is required to set everyone up as there are quite a few characters tied to the lead. Period costumes and props are done quite nicely. My Rating: 7.0