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Summary: A+ for Twin Falls Idaho
Review: Profound writing, expert directing, brilliant acting. One of the finest films ever. Michael and Mark Polish are treasures.
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Summary: Twin Falls Idaho is a deeply haunting film
Review: Rarely has an American independent filmmaker emerged with such a spellbinding first feature. The film unfolds its fabulous tale gently allowing the brothers separate emotional lives where nature confused their bodies. The film is about support rather than dependence, about caring rather than exploitation. Whether seen as a spiritual fairytale, a meditation on love, or simlpy the most unusual narrative, Twin Falls Idaho is a deeply haunting film that works its audience into believing the most extraordinary story.
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Summary: Quiet and Beautiful
Review: Since watching this movie almost a week ago, I can think of little else. I am spellbound by it. I watched it a second time the next day. If you are considering watching or purchasing this DVD, here's what you need to know:The movie is beautifully artisitic, without being inaccesible. The acting is superb, the dialogue enchanting, and the humor in this serious movie is gentle. The pace is slow, dreamlike, exploratory. There is no big to-do to cheapen the end. Instead there is a feeling of "this is just a piece of life, it began before you started watching, and it will keep going after you get off your couch" Its like watching someone very intriguing in the airport, overhearing a whispered argument or a whispered profession of love, and having your flight called before you can hear how it ends. If you like action and tidy endings, this is not your film. But if you like dreamy glimpses at the way others might live, this movie will keep you awake for a week thinking of nothing else.
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Summary: An endearing story of an unconventional friendship
Review: The Polish brothers do excellent work in this gentle story of unique relationships. By following the story of conjoined twins we are able to see the highs of sharing a symbiotic relationship, and the lows of being an outsider in society. For it is often the same things that bring us togther, yet keep us apart. A very enjoyable movie for anyone interested in the study of relationships.
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Summary: Eraserhead meets Elephant Man
Review: The story of conjoined twins befriended by a prostitute, I wasn't that interested in seeing this film when it first came out; I assumed it would be shocking, exploitative and tasteless. But then one evening as I flipped channels I ran across it on IFC, and couldn't tear myself away. I watched the rest of the film and then ordered the DVD the next day. The pace is slow, the volume low, the colors muted .... it is mesmerizing. It would be difficult to choose a favorite scene, each is beautiful and haunting. Candidates would have to be the first time Penny sees the twins, the camera framing her between the brothers' heads; the brothers playing guitar and getting dressed together; their fight; their journey out on Halloween -- every scene perfect. DVD extras are slim: English, French or Spanish subtitles; talent files for the two brothers and Michele Hicks, who makes an impressive debut here; theatrical trailers for Birdy, Splendor and The City of Lost Children; and a wonderful commentary track by the Brothers Polish.
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Summary: Captivating...
Review: This is one of those delightful little gems that you frequently find on the independant film channel and well worth owning. Real life twins playing the part of joined from birth siamese twins has a certain appeal and it is enjoyable to find a movie with a different theme. This is not your typical film. The first issue with this film is whether the twins seem real. If you can't believe that they really are siamese twins the movie will fall flat. In this case the Polish brothers are very believeable. In fact you begin to think they are not acting. You will be captivated by these two young men. You will constantly be looking at how similar they look yet you will also notice the little differences. I think that is why the movie moves at the pace it does. You need time to just watch. See how they interact. While watching this your mind is working constantly as you imagine yourself being born that way and living that way. The basic themes of the film are:
Freaks; the movie focuses on how people are different and the message is that all of us are different somehow therefore nobody is really a freak and the brothers are not as well. It's not what is different about the Fall brothers that matters but what is good about them. The problem with the film is that while attempting to show us their humanity the main focsu is on their uniqueness. You never stop thinking about it. It never melts away. This theme is brought out in a costume party the twins attend where everyone thinks they are just in costume posing as siamese twins. Finally you get to be like everyone else Penny says. Another theme is the sexual energy that exists between the brothers and a hooker friend called Penny. While initially repulsed by them she eventually develops strong feelings and attraction for them. An affair takes place but it is handled so delicately that it never interferes with the flow of the film. There is nothing kinky here. No overt pornographic images. No foul language pertaining to sex. Significant considering that Penny is a hooker. Penny has grown as a person because of her relationship with the twins. Loneliness:
Everyone in the picture is lonely. Penny is a loney, unloved street hooker. The twins are lonely despite having each other right there. The twins mother lives alone and unhappy in a strange orange apartment. Overall a good movie and you can tell much effort was put into this by the Polish brothers. If there is anything wrong with the picture it would be that it is too depressing. The movie doesn't make you feel hopeful. One twin is finally freed from his prison by being seperated from his brother but it is only because his brother dies. Instead of an emphasis on the new found life as an individual we see the man broken and and in grief over his lost brother. Why do the brothers live in that flee bitten hotel room? Gainful employment and a productive life are not a possibility? Instead of presenting us with a story of someone who over came their difficulties all we see is the misery and depair. The message here is that life sucks rather than life can be anything you make of it. Still a good film. ...............socks
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Summary: Bizarre love triangle
Review: This is the first feature from the Polish brothers, but it surely won't be their last. It's a sombre, introspective, low-key film about conjoined twin brothers and their relationship with Penny, a small-town hooker with, alas, the proverbial heart of gold. In accordance with a movie convention dating back at least to Pretty Woman, model-turned-actress Michelle Hicks plays a prostitute who somehow barely earns enough money to rent a one-room apartment. The film adheres to convention in several other ways, but succeeds nonetheless, and manages eloquently to convey universal themes through characters born into the most unique circumstances. The scene of the brothers singing a duet for Penny, with cooperative guitar accompaniment, is almost magical.
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Summary: Hypnotic
Review: This movie has a hypnotic effect upon the viewer due largely to the subtle acting by Mark and Michael Polish who play enigmatic conjoined twins. An equally enchanting performance is given by Michele Hicks who plays the proverbial prostitute with the heart of gold. The film has an intriguing look to it that greatly adds to its effect upon the viewer. The commentary on the DVD offers edifying insight into how these two brothers wrote, directed, and created the visual moods and images. I look forward to the next creation of the Polish brothers.
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Summary: This movie sucks
Review: This movie is absolute garbage, and you would be stupid to order it. The script has more holes than a tank top I own. The relationships of the characters (if they may be called that) are non-existant. We want so badly for this to be a great film because it is a truly unique idea. This movie sucks sucks sucks! It does have one really cool song on its soundtrack, though.
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Summary: One of the best independent movies
Review: This movie is so beautiful, mesmerizing, and haunting.I saw it one evening on Bravo, I usually always love independent movies. But this is by far, one of the best! I recommend it to anyone who enjoys a story of humanity,spirit,and heart.
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