Twinless

Roman has recently lost his twin brother in an unexpected accident. Unable to confront the emptiness and pain, he starts attending a grief support group for people in similar situations, a space where loss takes on an almost identity-defining dimension. It is there that he meets Dennis, with whom he forms a strong and seemingly restorative bond. Before long, however, Roman discovers that Dennis harbors a troubling secret, and that his fascination with him extends far beyond emotional support.

 

Nominated for Best Feature, Best Lead Performance, and Best Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards, and winner of several festival prizes, including the Audience Award at Sundance, the film marks a sharp feature by James Sweeney, who directs, writes, and stars. Exploring grief, obsession, and the identities we construct to survive, it stands as one of the most compelling independent films of the year.

Independent Spirit Awards Sundance Queer RomCom

Credits

Year: 2025
Runtime: 100′
Country: USA
Direction: James Sweeney
Screenplay: James Sweeney
Cast: Dylan O’Brien, Lauren Graham, Arkira Chantaratananond
Cinematography: Greg Cotten
Subtitles: Cristóbal Cabeza Cáceres
Genre: Comedy/Drama
Contact: Sony

Wins & nominations

2025 | Sundance Film Festival | Audience Award and Special Jury Award Acting (Dylan O’Brien)
2025 | Seattle Film Festival| Best director
2025 | New York Film Critics| Nominated for best screenplay and lead performance (Dylan O’Brien)
2025 | Independent Spirit Awards | Nominated for best feature, screenplay an lead performance (Dylan O’Brien)