Rachel Weisz's 'Dead Ringers' dominates Canneseries premiere

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Sun, April 16, 2023

Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz stole the spotlight at Canneseries with the premiere of her latest show "Dead Ringers".

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After Weisz's captivating performance in the first scene of the limited series by Alice Birch, the Lumière Auditorium erupted in applause.

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The show's mix of humor and explicit language, reminiscent of "Succession's" Logan Roy, played with the audience's emotions.

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However, the show's detailed depictions of childbirth and medical procedures proved too much for some, leading to a few walkouts.

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Despite this, the majority of the audience was enthralled by Weisz's acting and the overall impact of the show.

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Weisz's performance in "Dead Ringers" makes it a must-watch contender for gripping drama fans in the Canneseries main competition.

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"Dead Ringers" is a fresh take on Bari Wood and Jack Geasland's novel "Twins," previously adapted by David Cronenberg in 1988 with Jeremy Irons.

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Rachel Weisz stars as Beverly and Elliot, twin sisters who are both obstetricians in New York.

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In this limited series, Rachel Weisz portrays the characters of Beverly and Elliot, twin sisters who are both driven obstetricians in New York.

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