I vividly remember seeingStraight Up,James Sweeneys first film, and thinking, This guy has something special.

What is Twinless About?

During a break, Roman starts talking with another group member, Dennis (Sweeney).

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Oh, did I mention thats just the cold open?

The most well-utilized tool for achieving that is undoubtedly the humor Sweeney injects into the script.

Emilie Blichfeldt puts a feminist, bloody spin on the classic fairytale.

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The dramatic moments are just as engaging and impressive.

The film is chock-full ofmemorable lines that are cutting and gorgeous in their simplicity.

Every day is a bad day now, Dennis says of life after his twin.

Lauren Graham in Twinless

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I was a we now Im an I, Roman says at another point.

The same can be said for the filmsLGBTQ+ themes, which feel subtle and seamlessly integrated.

That Dennis and Rocky are both gay is crucial to the plot, but its not the entire point.

Lea Myren with a nose mask on it in The Ugly Stepsister

But the film never paints him as stupid or mean.

Theres a similar, smaller moment with Graham, though unfortunately, she feels extremely underutilized.

Twinlessis a masterfully crafted and thought-provoking dramedy thats sure to leave you with much to grapple with.

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Beyond being thematically rich and carefully assembled,its also just a really good time.

I know I am.

Twinlesspremiered at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.

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Dylan O’Brien