LOS ANGELES — Dec. 7th, 2025 — The award-winning psychological thriller The Good Twin has officially launched its Kickstarter campaign, marking a pivotal step toward production for the feature film written and directed by Zach Bliss. The launch follows a private rooftop showcase at Skybar at Mondrian LA, where industry guests, supporters, and partners gathered for an exclusive early look at the project.
The film arrives on the heels of multiple distinctions on the festival circuit, including:
• Winner – Culver City Film Festival (Short Film Concert Premiere)
• Winner – Best Thriller – Hollywood Blood Horror Festival
• Winner – Best Thriller Screenplay – The Script Lab
• Finalist – Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards
• Finalist – Filmmatic Thriller Awards
• Semifinalist – Launch Pad Feature Competition
• Official Selections & Nominations – Various U.S. & international festivals
These early accolades helped generate industry buzz, culminating in a star-studded preview event that set the stage for the film’s official public fundraising campaign.
The Good Twin is a dark psychological thriller about identity, temptation, and the terrifying consequences of stepping into someone else’s life — literally.
Logline:
When a tragic accident kills his identical twin brother, a disgraced ex-cop seizes the chance to bury the body and assume his brother’s perfect life — a decorated career, the wife he’s always loved, and a daughter who trusts him blindly. But every lie has a cost, and each passing day threatens to expose him.
Blending intimate character study with high-tension thriller elements, the film evokes the psychological unease of Prisoners and the identity-driven suspense of The Talented Mr. Ripley. Themes of celiac disease and invisible disability are built into the narrative through Sierra, a rebellious 15-year-old whose condition anchors the film’s real-world stakes.
The project has already drawn interest from established creatives, including a notable moment when Annette Bening responded enthusiastically after a short-film version screened at the Culver City Film Festival. In addition, Billy Bob Thornton—who has celiac disease—was identified as a top casting target, strengthening the project’s alignment with authentic representation.
Financially, the production carries strong commercial viability:
AI LARGO’s financial modeling software (an industry-standard forecasting tool) has projected the film as a strong ROI candidate, further validated by its genre, castability, and festival performance.
Through partnerships with the Oklahoma Film Commission and the Cherokee Nation Film Office, The Good Twin qualifies for a 55% production rebate, significantly reducing risk and maximizing investor value.
• Dave Polcino Corwin (Family Guy, Bruno) – producing partner
• Aquela Davis (JP Morgan) – producing partner with Oklahoma rebate experience
• Nadeem Majdalany – 3× Grammy-winning composer (2024), attached to score
The creative and financial foundation positions The Good Twin as a high-concept indie with strong festival and distribution potential.
On November 12, Skybar LA hosted an exclusive preview event where Bliss and his team unveiled new concept art, story materials, lookbook elements, and details from the project’s development. Guests were treated to rooftop cocktails, a behind-the-scenes discussion, and an intimate introduction to the film’s emotional and cinematic ambitions.
The Kickstarter aims to raise $40,000, which will fund:
• Detailed development materials
• Casting attachments
• Proof-of-concept scene production
• Legal, budgeting & scheduling
• Pitch deck expansion & investor packaging
• Initial location scouting in Oklahoma
• Early music composition sessions with Majdalany
“This story has lived with me for years,” said Bliss. “The Kickstarter isn’t just about raising funds — it’s about inviting our future audience to help shape the film from its earliest stage. We want supporters to feel like collaborators.”
The film explores universal themes: sibling rivalry, shame, the desire to belong, and the question of whether redemption can ever be stolen.
Its visual style — grounded naturalism, emotional close-ups, and high-contrast tension — is tailored for broad global appeal. Through visual storytelling rather than heavy dialogue, the film aims to transcend language barriers.
Backers will gain access to exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early screenings, production updates, merchandise, and high-value executive producer rewards.
Kickstarter: https://thegoodtwinfilm.com
Goal: $40,000
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Status: Actively Raising Development & Pre-Production Funds
Zach Bliss is a Los Angeles–based writer, director, and editor known for emotionally charged stories rooted in identity, psychology, and moral ambiguity. His short films have screened at festivals worldwide. The Good Twin is his most ambitious project to date, blending intimate family drama with pulse-pounding thriller elements.
For interviews, assets or media requests:
Zach Bliss
zbliss44@gmail.com
479-651-7491
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