The storyline follows about Amelia (Emery Gordon) whose class assignment is to write about one thing that is unique about herself. She has trouble figuring out what makes her different from her twin sister, Jane. The film follows her as she tries to learn how she is unique.
I love how relatable this story and this character are; audiences can connect to her struggle to be different from her twin sister. Even though you never learn how she is unique, I enjoyed watching the process she goes through to learn more about herself. In terms of visual effects, Emery Gordon plays both twins, and they look like they are two different people, even when sitting right next to each other. That is amazing for a short independent film like this one. It also makes for a better understanding both sides - more on Emery's end - playing both roles. The costumes are perfect. Amelia and Jane dress alike, resembling something twins often do and, in scenes where Amelia tries to look different, you see her changes in style trying in order to look different from her sister. The set mostly takes place at school and the twin's house. At school we see Amelia trying to look different around other people also because everyone confuses them for each other. The home setting shows their personal life, with Amelia struggling to figure out what works and what doesn't for her changing how she looks. There isn't a lot of dialogue and the background music helps keep the liveliness and drive the film while keeping the viewer entertained and engaged.
I have to compliment Emery Gordon for taking on the twin roles; its challenge of showing many changes and emotions between the twins had to be difficult. Having to be someone struggling to find herself and , as well as someone who is happy with who she is seems like quite an experience to bring out as an actor.
The film's directors, Luke and Ethan Montgomery are twin brothers, and based the story on their own experiences. Having twins direct this film about twins with one of them searching for their uniqueness makes it an even more special than other twin film. I enjoyed seeing the progress and the challenges Amelia faced and overcame in a short amount of time. It makes for a great movie. This film has lots of detail to it and the different changes Amelia faces are heart-warming to watch.
The message of this film is to love and accept yourself for who you are. You may have the same likes and beliefs as someone else, but no two people are the same -- not even twins. There is always something special inside you even if you don't feel that way.
I give Amelia (The Twin) 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 10 to 18, plus twins of all ages. Reviewed by Tiana S., KIDS FIRST!
The storyline follows about Amelia (Emery Gordon) whose class assignment is to write about one thing that is unique about herself. She has trouble figuring out what makes her different from her twin sister, Jane. The film follows her as she tries to learn how she is unique.
I love how relatable this story and this character are; audiences can connect to her struggle to be different from her twin sister. Even though you never learn how she is unique, I enjoyed watching the process she goes through to learn more about herself. In terms of visual effects, Emery Gordon plays both twins, and they look like they are two different people, even when sitting right next to each other. That is amazing for a short independent film like this one. It also makes for a better understanding both sides - more on Emery's end - playing both roles. The costumes are perfect. Amelia and Jane dress alike, resembling something twins often do and, in scenes where Amelia tries to look different, you see her changes in style trying in order to look different from her sister. The set mostly takes place at school and the twin's house. At school we see Amelia trying to look different around other people also because everyone confuses them for each other. The home setting shows their personal life, with Amelia struggling to figure out what works and what doesn't for her changing how she looks. There isn't a lot of dialogue and the background music helps keep the liveliness and drive the film while keeping the viewer entertained and engaged.
I have to compliment Emery Gordon for taking on the twin roles; its challenge of showing many changes and emotions between the twins had to be difficult. Having to be someone struggling to find herself and , as well as someone who is happy with who she is seems like quite an experience to bring out as an actor.
The film's directors, Luke and Ethan Montgomery are twin brothers, and based the story on their own experiences. Having twins direct this film about twins with one of them searching for their uniqueness makes it an even more special than other twin film. I enjoyed seeing the progress and the challenges Amelia faced and overcame in a short amount of time. It makes for a great movie. This film has lots of detail to it and the different changes Amelia faces are heart-warming to watch.
The message of this film is to love and accept yourself for who you are. You may have the same likes and beliefs as someone else, but no two people are the same -- not even twins. There is always something special inside you even if you don't feel that way.
I give Amelia (The Twin) 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 10 to 18, plus twins of all ages. Reviewed by Tiana S., KIDS FIRST!
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