A Zed & Two Noughts (1985)

In the mesmerizing film, A Zed and Two Noughts, we traverse the complex world of Alba Bewick and identical twin zoologists, Oliver and Oswald Deuce. Their lives are irrevocably intertwined when an ethereal white swan causes a car accident, costing Alba her leg, and the Deuce brothers their beloved wives. As they grapple with a manipulative doctor and their own burgeoning grief, an unusual obsession takes root within them. Their shared profession becomes a haunting fixation as they divert their grief towards the exploration of the natural decay of animal flesh. Their fascination with mortality scales up the food chain, each decaying creature more intricate than the last. This morbid curiosity threatens their livelihood and draws them closer to Alba, the driver who inadvertently spun their lives into chaos. As the brothers' obsession with decay and mortality intensifies, it's Alba who becomes their beacon in the storm of despair. Unfortunately, her own misfortunes escalate, leading to the loss of her other leg. The trio's twisted journey culminates in a shocking revelation: their thirst for understanding decay inevitably leads them to humanity's doorstep. In the captivating finale, the Deuce brothers blur the line between their obsession and reality, deciding to film their own demise, ultimately becoming the subjects of their own morbid study. A Zed and Two Noughts is a chilling exploration of grief, obsession, and the disturbing beauty of decay, leaving viewers to ponder the ephemeral nature of life.

A Zed & Two Noughts is a comedy movie featuring Frances Barber.

A Zed & Two Noughts is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Metrograph.

It is also possible to buy A Zed & Two Noughts on Amazon Video and Kino Now.