Alessia Poles & Bella Salier review James Sweeney’s latest film Twinless (2025). Written, directed and led by Sweeney himself, the film follows the story of two young men who meet in a support group for twinless twins and form an unlikely friendship…and blindsides you in the best possible way.

Joh: Last King of Queensland, from Red Dog director Kriv Stenders, explores the life of one of Australia’s most divisive political figures, Joh Bjelke-Petersen. Shown at the 2025 Sydney Film Festival, this film delivers a bold cinematic take on a turbulent chapter in Australian politics.

Co-founder of @tobereadbookclub, Eva Telemachou, reflects on @sydwritersfest; a space dedicated to community, vulnerability, and learning.