Aug. 08, 2014|United States|91 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Drama;Romance
Description: **The One I Love (2014): A Unique Tale of Relationships and Discovery**
**Plot Summary:**
Ethan and Sophie, a married couple, regularly attend therapy sessions to address their relationship issues. During one session, their therapist identifies a disconnect between them and recommends a weekend retreat at a secluded estate to reconnect.
Upon arrival, Sophie visits the guest cottage and has an intimate encounter with Ethan. Later, she returns to the main house to find Ethan asleep. When she mentions their earlier interaction, Ethan claims no memory of it, leaving Sophie frustrated. The next morning, Sophie cooks Ethan breakfast, including bacon—an odd choice since she usually avoids it.
Confused, Ethan returns to the main house, where Sophie denies joining him in the guest cottage. As the day progresses, Ethan realizes something strange is happening: the guest cottage seems to house idealized versions of both him and Sophie. These “doppelgängers” appear as perfect copies of each spouse but remain confined to the cottage.
Ethan and Sophie decide to set boundaries, including a “no intimacy” rule with the doppelgängers. However, Sophie begins to develop feelings for Ethan’s double, leading her to attempt a seduction. Unbeknownst to her, Ethan takes the place of his double during the encounter, leaving Sophie unaware of the switch.
**Themes and Intrigue:**
“The One I Love” explores the complexities of relationships, trust, and the allure of idealized versions of ourselves and our partners. The mysterious elements of the guest cottage add a layer of intrigue, creating a thought-provoking narrative about love, identity, and the challenges of maintaining a connection in a marriage.
Cast director: Charlie McDowell
Cast actor: Mark Duplass, Elisabeth Moss, Ted Danson, Kiana Cason, Kaitlyn Dodson, Lori Farrar, Marlee Matlin, Tim Peddicord, Ryan Pederson, Mary Steenburgen
Original name: The One I Love