After meeting in a twin bereavement support group, Roman (Dylan O'Brien) and Dennis (James Sweeney) develop an unlikely bromance as they both search for solace and an identity without their better halves. They soon become inseparable, but old wounds reopen that will have permanent
consequences for their friendship. Lauren Graham and Aisling Franciosi also star in this stirring, whip-smart, wholly original dark-comedy from breakout multi hyphenate director James Sweeney.
The Garden Cinema View:
Director-actor-writer James Sweeney announces himself as an exciting voice in American cinema with this sophomore feature. The high-concept setup initially feels like a broad comedic canvas, and a showcase for a quite revelatory double performance from former teenage star Dylan O’Brien. But Sweeney’s interests run darker, and he pushes this narrative into perverse and melodramatic depths that Pedro Almodóvar would approve of. The playful cinematography, disarming humour, and general sense of transgression make this a fun (rather than uncomfortable) ride for the audience. Ultimately, this is film about processing grief, no matter how twisted the means.
