The Skeleton Twins
Director: Craig Johnson
Actors: Kristen Wiig, Bill Hader, Luke Wilson
PlotEstranged twins Milo and Maggie are unexpectedly reunited after Milo's failed suicide attempt. Faced with the emotional burden of finding her brother in such a state, Maggie brings him back to their hometown in upstate New York to recuperate. Both siblings are emotionally scarred; Milo struggles with his fading dreams of being an actor in Los Angeles, while Maggie contends with a hollow marriage to her well-meaning but dull husband, Lance. As the twins rediscover each other, their history unfolds, revealing deep-seated childhood traumas and unresolved conflicts.
Amid moments of humor and nostalgia, Milo and Maggie confront their individual issues and gradually realize they need each other more than they thought. Milo revisits a controversial relationship from his past while Maggie grapples with infidelities and her desire to break free from conformity. Through a series of candid and often uncomfortable conversations, the siblings attempt to mend their fractured bond and find a semblance of hope. Their journey is colored by raw emotion, dark comedy, and poignant reflections on the complexities of family relationships and personal failures.
Writers: Craig Johnson, Mark Heyman
Release Date: 11 Sep 2014
Runtime: 93 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
The Skeleton Twins, driven by exceptional performances and solid Blu-ray technical merits, blends humor and drama effectively despite some narrative flaws.
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