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Post by JoJo on Apr 13, 2008 12:14:28 GMT -5
The narrow, baggy eyes and droopy moustache are unmistakable – features that terrified half the world, condemned millions to a cruel death and which even today are an instant symbol of monstrous despotism.
Yet the man who so clearly has Joseph Stalin's face upon his shoulders is not Stalin at all.  Read More
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Post by FAUllibLE on Apr 13, 2008 14:30:17 GMT -5
Amazing story!
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Post by MikeNL on Apr 13, 2008 16:39:46 GMT -5
AWESOME!!! this means that even back then, body doubles were used!!!
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Post by il ras on Apr 13, 2008 19:09:09 GMT -5
his family was told he had been killed.
"I was one of seven 'corpses' delivered to a hospital, but another guy and I were still alive," he said.
That "death" was the start of a strange double life
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Post by JoJo on Apr 13, 2008 20:23:30 GMT -5
Another thing:
"By the time my make-up and training were complete, I was like him in every way, except perhaps my ears. They were too small."
For sure the allies and later the CIA knew, they spotted Mao's double the same way.
He had a striking resemblance to start with, but of course he was much younger, so make-up was essential. But without being a talented enough actor to copy his mannerisms, it would have never flown, of course there was no 24/7 coverage either.
"The key thing was to get the step right. When Stalin was among his entourage, his walk was prompt and firm.
"But at receptions or meetings, he walked slowly and pensively.
It should be noted that when the motivation is strong enough, doubles will be sought out and used..
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Post by il ras on Apr 13, 2008 22:10:43 GMT -5
right...
let's tell it to our friends @ Doppelgangers!
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Post by milesdeo on Apr 15, 2008 4:53:31 GMT -5
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Post by milesdeo on Apr 15, 2008 5:04:39 GMT -5
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Post by MikeNL on Apr 16, 2008 9:49:14 GMT -5
~~ "I was one of seven 'corpses' delivered to a hospital, but another guy and I were still alive," he said. That "death" was the start of a strange double life. ~~ Now that's creepy. why? he died.. but he didn't die you see? it is that simple  |
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Jude
Hard Day's Night 
Acting Naturally
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Post by Jude on Apr 18, 2008 13:32:52 GMT -5
Amazing. Don't forget Stalin's (seemingly) more enjoyable double, who has captured the attention of megs of youth.  I laughed so hard when I read that post, I spilled my hot tea all over my lap. |
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Post by mindgames on Apr 18, 2008 21:12:28 GMT -5
"I laughed so hard when I read that post, I spilled my hot tea all over my lap. " Say it isn't so Jude!!!!!  At least it wasn't ice tea!!!!! |
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Post by fixedsys on May 24, 2008 18:02:08 GMT -5
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At least it wasn't ice tea!!!!!