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Twinless, by James Sweeney – Melbourne International Film Festival 2025

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:27:00 +0000

Dylan O'Brien and James Sweeney in Twinless (2025) – striped shirts, Plumbob headbands, and emotional bonding in this MIFF standout.

At the MIFF (Melbourne International Film Festival), you can see just about anything, with just about anyone – and talk openly about it with strangers who’ll strike up a chat in that wonderfully casual Aussie way.

So why not a film where two main characters meet in a grief support group for twins who’ve lost their other half? That original premise reaches new heights after a totally unexpected twist just 20 minutes into this tenderly quirky journey.

It’s hard to say too much without spoiling the brilliantly crafted plot by James Sweeney, but what stands out is the gentle bond between two lonely souls – one gay, the other straight – and the sharp, honest way their complex feelings are unpacked. Grief, jealousy, possessiveness, loneliness… all tackled with biting dark humour that relieves without diminishing the emotional weight.

Dylan O'Brien perfectly embodies both roles, but especially the sweet-hearted fool, opposite Sweeney himself, who plays up his own tragic potential with pitch-perfect self-mockery. Between them, the delightful Aisling Franciosi lights up the screen with her sunny performance.

Twinless emerges as a surprising, sparkling and deeply touching film – a small cinematic gem.

Laura Vandenhende

Omaha, by Stephen Cole Webley – Melbourne International Film Festival 2025

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:08:00 +0000

Omaha – A small indie wonder about grief, love, and the open road

By Laura Vandenhende

A tender family moment from Omaha – Stephen Cole Webley’s acclaimed debut at under 90 minutes.

Omaha is one of those small-scale indie films under 90 minutes that first pique our curiosity with a slightly mysterious promise, before sweeping us away with raw emotional power.

After a family tragedy, a father wakes his two children one morning and takes them on a road trip bound for Nebraska. Ten-year-old Ella keeps asking questions, trying to make sense of the journey alongside the audience, while also surrendering to the breathtaking landscapes and the simple joy of time spent together as a family. Yet the father’s grief quietly seeps through, clouding the atmosphere.

It comes as no surprise to find Robert Machoian credited on the screenplay — his subtle, piercing style echoes his equally independent and striking feature The Integrity of Joseph Chambers.

John Magaro rounds out the picture of indie perfection, bringing a tortured presence softened by the tenderness of his performance.

Stephen Cole Webley’s debut feature is nothing short of a small wonder — deeply moving, heartbreakingly human.

MUSIC & FILMS — The Film Sound Experience

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 07:58:00 +0000

The challenge: For lovers of film, there’s no single space where music, quotes, and context come together—streaming services and podcast apps rarely deliver the full cinematic experience.

Our mission: A curated, continuous radio stream blending original scores, legendary lines, and editorial curation. This is cinema for the ears—offering a space where scenes resonate, guided by metadata, memory, and the love of movies.

A curated audio format rooted in cinema culture

Themed blocks like "Neo-Noir Nights", "80s Adventures", and "New British Voices", scheduled like programming seasons.
Scene-level metadata with legal “watch/buy” links to soundtracks, vinyl, or official film platforms.
Editorial voices include directors, composers, and music supervisors, offering behind-the-scenes insight.

Designed for ethical, rights-first broadcasting

Headquartered in Monaco, we operate on a multi-territory framework that respects all relevant licenses and legal frameworks. Each track or clip aired is cleared and compliant:

United States: ASCAP, BMI, direct label and publisher agreements.
United Kingdom: PRS for Music, PPL.
France & EU: SACEM for music, SACD for dialogue and master rights.

Film excerpts are limited, carefully curated, and legally cleared—either through direct agreements or fair-use exceptions, always with counsel review and full rights-holder approval.

Connecting with audiences across platforms

Accessible on web, mobile, smart speakers, CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Editorial playlists meet cinephile demand, from Oscars season to cult classics.
Ideal for museums, festivals, art-house cinemas, and cultural networks seeking an immersive audio partner.

A space for long-term cultural collaboration

The Cinema Radio is not built for fast clicks or fleeting trends. It’s a slow media project—deliberate, curated, and dedicated to cinematic memory. Each block of programming is an invitation to rediscover the soundtrack of our shared cultural archive.

If you're part of a studio, festival, collection, archive, or cinema institution and would like to explore a partnership, editorial collaboration, or co-curated block, we’re here.

Contact:
Jean Bernard — Advisor (Monaco)
Email: bentleydriversmonaco@gmail.com
LinkedIn: Jean Bernard

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