Twin Falls Idaho

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Summary: Twin Falls Idaho
Review: From the restrained colors, music, pacing, acting - every element of this movie was perfectly thought out and perfectly connected.

Including the Polish Brothers in their role as conjoined twins. They allow a peek inside what it is like to be a twin in the first place - but taking it to the most extreme example of two twin brothers that love and hate one another. And live with the knowlege that the weaker of the two has very little time left to live.

And they delicately touch on all the little things that two attached people face daily - from their sleeping routines, to time in the bathroom, being a spectacle in public, their tender love for one another, and the one twin falling in love.

I picked up the movie on a whim, thinking it would be comedic freakshow material. It turned out to be so much better than my expectations.

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Summary: Fresh...
Review: I chose this movie from the VCD rack since it said it was one of Sundance movies and I was intrigued with the plot written on the back of the VCD. A woman and a Siamese twin... that was a new idea of a plot. And I was touched by this movie. I agree with [e-mail] that it was a bizarre love triangle...Sweet and touching...A very great escape from all of the blockbusters but yet don't have such an engaging plot...

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Summary: An Excellent Film
Review: I didn't really know what to expect of TWIN FALLS, IDAHO. Much to my surprise, it turned out to be a very beautiful film, about conjoined twins: Blake and Francis. There's something very dark and melancholic about the film. The story is quite original, the direction was very good as well. I was very taken by the Polish brother's protrayl of the twins. You can't help be taken in by them on screen. One often conjures up images of siamese twins as freak show acts, but in this film it's hard not to view them as two distinct people. Very compelling! I highly recommend this film.

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Summary: Mark and Michael, Blake and Francis-Brilliant
Review: I laughed, I cried and I just wanted to hug Blake and Francis!
Twin Falls Idaho was a touching story and I will watch it over and over again...and still want to hug Francis and Blake!
Is there a fan site where I can write to the Polish brothers?
Buy the DVD, VHS or what ever platform suits your taste, you'll feel for the main characters and will want to hug them too.

Blessings 2 all!

Chelle

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Summary: Incredibly Surprised!
Review: I rented this movie for the name only. I am from a city called Twin Falls, Idaho. I was incredibly surprised. The acting was surperb and the direction was fantastic. Every emotion is touched during this film and it definitely gets two thumbs up from me.

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Summary: A UNCONVENTIONAL LOVE STORY THAT WORKS
Review: I walked into the theatre a little apprehensive, but this movie really works. It's how perfection doesn't count from the outside when love is the purest subject from the inside. I have never been close to relating their hardships, but feel that humanity is quite possibly the only thing that brings us solice in life. These bright directors, actors, writers..you name it, have found me calling this my top choice this year for best indie-picture. This year also goes to American Beauty and Being John M. I haven't yet seen Sleepy Hollow, but most non-Batman movies from Burton are always quite interesting.

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Summary: GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF THIS EXTRAORDINARY FILM!
Review: I watched this film on IFC, and was absolutely captivated with the subtle depth and compassion for humanity that was displayed. The Polish brothers clearly understand (and demonstrated in this film) an inherent closeness and intimacy that it seems only a few, very fortunate people ever experience.

It begins as kind of a black comedy - very surreal and somewhat humorous. I found myself embarrassed to be laughing at the film and to me, this is characteristic of a true black comedy. It evolves into a dramatic masterpiece that, for me, faciliated greater objectivity and understanding for all mankind.

One would think that a film about conjoined twins and their relationship with a hooker would be tasteless and even irreverent. This film was everything but irreverent. It addresses the issues that are inherent to being forever connected to another, and inherent to the potential loss of that connection. Whether the viewer takes the Polish brothers' "conjoined" message as literally or figuratively, it's a very powerful message. It communicates the primal pain that can be caused by societal cruelty and ignorance. It also encourages open-mindedness and objectivity for the perceptions and experiences of others. It transmutes the feeling that accompanies the experience of stretching one's comfort zone to make room for the love and acceptance of people who might be feared and labeled as less than normal. Most importantly, it brilliantly explores the experience of loving another as much as (or more than) oneself. It radiates the concept of unconditional love.

I had never heard of the Polish brothers before this film, but I am in awe of the talent, perseverence, research and deep introspection it must have taken to make this film. Don't miss it.

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Summary: Touching
Review: I'm not really a movie watcher, in fact, I get bored with almost anything I watch for some reason, but this movie just held my attention til the very end. If you're bored with the norm of movies out there, this one will give you a break. I thought it was going to be a sleazy movie when I read the description that the TV guide gives you, I mean, come on, siamese twins and a prostitute? But after watching it, it's anything but sleazy. It's a love story...a story of acceptance...a story of letting go. Francis' existence and happiness might have been totally dependent on Blake, however, I believe Blake needed Francis just as much as it gave him purpose to be his protector and caretaker. Lastly, my favorite quote is now "sad endings are only because the author stopped writing", as said by "Blake". Please read this book or see the DVD!

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Summary: Don't forget the Cinematographer
Review: I've read the reviews on these pages and they all forget to mention the name of DAVID MULLEN who was the cinematographer on this feature. Not only is Twin Falls Idaho a fine movie....it looks great as well. Go to the ... and seek out the other works of David Mullen as well.

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Summary: Sweet Story and Worth the Time
Review: Imagine if anyone really had taken the time to ask these conjoined twins what they wanted? Imagine for a moment breaking through the shock of these brothers, and embrace the issues of two human beings, two brothers struggling through life. Certainly they are handsome and appealing and that helps viewers see beyond the disability. But there is much more here.

From the opening, viewers are intrigued and fascinated by this story, beautifully directed and acted. Blake and Francis Falls are two guys who are trying to exist. Francis wonders if Blake would be better off without him.

A prostitute, free of the concerns most of us would have with conformity and perception, accepts and befriends the twins, and the story moves from there. Like many have indicated this could be the plot line for some peep show flick. It is not.

The issues of disabilities, insensitivity, brotherhood, individuality are dealt with here in a kind and affectionate manner. The writing is sweet and the acting superb. Watch it and think about it...a nice film.