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Twinless Opens in Theaters to Strong Notices for Dylan O’Brien and James Sweeney

Fresh off Sundance awards, the film lands in theaters following the team’s pushback over leaked scenes that prompted a festival streaming takedown.

Overview

  • Written, directed and co-starring James Sweeney, the Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions release opened Sept. 5 following its Sundance premiere.
  • Critics broadly praise Dylan O’Brien’s range in dual roles as Roman and Rocky and commend Sweeney’s assured blend of dark comedy, drama, and thriller tones.
  • The film follows two men who connect in a twin bereavement group, with reviewers noting unpredictable turns delivered through thoughtful visual style.
  • At the Los Angeles premiere, O’Brien and Sweeney called the online posting of sex scenes “demoralizing,” after Sundance removed the title from its streaming platform over piracy.
  • The R-rated feature also stars Aisling Franciosi, Lauren Graham, Tasha Smith and Chris Perfetti, and early reviews recommend it despite some notes on pacing and performance balance.