Twin Falls Idaho (1999)

User Rating:

7.1/10   

Director:

Michael Polish

Writers:

Mark Polish (written by) &
Michael Polish (written by)

Release Date:

29 March 2000 (France)

Genre:

Drama

Tagline:

A different kind of love story.

Plot:

Francis and Blake Falls are Siamese twins who live in a neat little room in a rundown hotel. While sharing some organs...

Plot Keywords:

Twin | Siamese Twins | Halloween | Halloween Party | Hotel

Awards:

5 wins & 6 nominations

Cast

Mark Polish	...	Blake Falls
Michael Polish	...	Francis Falls
Michele Hicks	...	Penny
Jon Gries	...	Lawyer Jay Harrison
Patrick Bauchau	...	Miles, a Doctor
Garrett Morris	...	Jesus
William Katt	...	Surgeon
Lesley Ann Warren	...	Francine
Teresa Hill	...	Sissy
Robert Beecher	...	D'Walt, the Elevator Operator
Jill Andre	...	Waitress
Ant	...	Tre
Holly Woodlawn	...	Flamboyant at Party
Sasha Alexander	...	Miss America
Socorra Mora	...	Guadelupe

MPAA:

Rated R for language.

Runtime:

111 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Certification:

Iceland:L | South Korea:15 | France:U | Germany:12 | Hong Kong:IIB | UK:15 | USA:R | Portugal:M/12

Filming Locations:

Lacy Street Production Center - 2630 Lacy Street, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

Free Range Films

Trivia:

First film role for fashion model Michele Hicks.

Quotes:

Blake Falls: Maybe I'll call you... when I'm single.

Movie Connections:

Followed by Jackpot (2001)

Soundtrack:

Intense Dub

Not until recently, on route to Yellowstone, did I realize there is Twin Falls, Idaho

A story about a grown-up pair of Siamese twin brothers - one does wonder. "Twin Falls Idaho" is a quiet yet possibly disturbing film (only if one is uncomfortable with the idea of looking at a pair of conjoined twins' physical features, which was actually only subtly featured). It is thought provoking and calmly sentimental. Well-written, acted, and just the right dosage, I felt.

It's a tender story about brotherly love, man and woman young love, sons and motherly love - full of humanity. The natural delivery of everyone in the movie, including Penny's friend, the doctor who gave a routine check up on the twins - there's a casualness and ease to his brief performance. Michele Hicks somehow fits perfectly into the role of Penny - there's just the enough measure of beauty and heart demonstrated by her acting. There's also her low voice, the way she talks; her lean figure, the way she walks. Along with the ever fascinating to watch Leslie Ann Warren, 'tis blessed casting. The Polish brothers are themselves remarkable. How they delivered such poignant sensitivity about a pair of attached Siamese twins, when they themselves were not, is amazing. Michael Polish directed this script that he wrote with brother Mark.

It's not Hollywood, not action movie. It is independent film flavor. It has no glamour - it does have some artistic camera angles and a dreamlike flashback sequence. But it is an intriguing film to experience, at its own pace, without rushing anything. The tone and mood, and the dim photography might suggest otherwise, but there is suspense and a secret to unfold. It all comes together naturally, with its slow dance. Its ending? Go see for yourself - it's an experience that would worth your while.

Applause to the Polish Brothers and everyone involved in the production of this film.