That’s Not Me (2017), directed by Gregory Erdstein

Polly Cuthbert is an aspiring actor who is a little too selective in her choices. Considering herself too good for commercials and soap operas, she misses her chance, which is eagerly snatched up by her identical twin sister Amy. What follows is a difficult year where Polly finds herself in Amy’s shadow and completely loses her own identity. Co-written by the director and the lead actress Alice Foulcher, the film is smart and funny. It was made on an ultra low budget, but clever filming choices mean this doesn’t really show. Cameos from Isabel Lucas and Richard Davies lend a tiny touch of star power and an awesome original soundtrack adds joy. The film ends a little abruptly but leaves with a laugh created by a disclaimer that was probably included for legal reasons but is actually very funny. Aspiring filmmakers must despair when they see some of the crap that gets greenlit, especially through Hollywood. Films like this deserve an audience and it will be interesting to see what this talented couple do next.