Twin films are films with the same or similar plots produced and released within a close proximity of time by two different film studios. The phenomenon can result from two or more production companies investing in similar scripts at the same time, resulting in a race to distribute the films to audiences. Some attribute twin films to industrial espionage, the movement of staff between studios, or that the same screenplays are sent to several film studios before being accepted. Another possible explanation is if the films deal with topical issues, such as volcanic eruptions, reality television, terrorist attacks, or significant anniversaries, resulting in multiple discovery of the concept.
Screenwriter Terry Rossio notes that there are always film projects with similar subjects being developed in multiple studios, and that usually only one of them makes it into production in a given period of time, and therefore twin films are better regarded as exceptions to this tendency.
by Emotional Cruiser October 21, 2025
Get the twin filmsmug. 1. The film, speed, can be categorised as a freeway film.
2. I think the film, mad max 2, is a grand example of the true essence of freeway film.
2. I think the film, mad max 2, is a grand example of the true essence of freeway film.
by Charles Monroe II January 15, 2019
Get the Freeway filmmug. Common phrase used by supposed-to-be-retired geography teachers. Often comes in the form of a decade old 7-10 minute YouTube video.
Usually accompanied by a two-page 'worksheet' which was thrown together on Google Docs in under 5 minutes.
Usually accompanied by a two-page 'worksheet' which was thrown together on Google Docs in under 5 minutes.
by Dansk35 March 9, 2025
Get the filmmug. A phrase used to cover up anything that is being done with a mobile phone camera. I not always nefarious but usually is.
by BaskingMaw August 29, 2019
Get the Filming my Dogmug.