Karen Twins Productions is a film production company originating from Shelton, Connecticut. Co-founded by two childhood friends, Karen Twins Productions works with fellow filmmakers to bring their visions to life. From pre-production to post-production, we are with you every step of the way.
The karen twins
Dillon Antonius Bentlage
Dillon’s love of film came at a young age when his grandfather would take him weekly to either buy a toy or see a movie. But all the action figures he bought were from his favorite movies.
Originally choosing to study music, it wasn’t until he arrived at University that he discovered his hobby would become his career. Dillon switched over to film studies and never looked back. Since co-founding the Karen Twins, he has written one feature, and co-written two others. His first film was made in 2017 entitled The Didgeridouche.
In addition to writing, Dillon has been working professionally as an editor since 2018. However, he still finds time to write and produce passion projects.
Dillon believes that by surrounding yourself with interesting people, your story will write itself. So if it seems unbelievable, it probably happened.
Brian Reilly
Brian’s passion for film sparked after watching Toy Story for the first time as a child. To this day, it is still an inspiration for him. Having his creative process heavily influenced by his favorite shows and movies, Brian discovered his calling halfway through his college career: to become part of the industry he admires so much. He aspires to create something that could one day make as deep an impact on someone as Toy Story did for him.
Prior to co-creating the Karen Twins, he directed, produced, and starred in two short films he made for a Film and Lit class back in high school. They are: The Taming of the Shrew and The Golden Boys.
Brian believes that there is no better feeling than being able to turn a simple thought into a piece of work that he can share with the world.
WHY KAREN TWINS?
The name “Karen Twins” comes from the fact that we are two and a half weeks apart in age and that both of our mothers are named Karen. Having known each other since birth, this name symbolizes our bond since childhood as well as honors the one formed between our mothers, who were also best friends growing up. Karen Twins Productions would not exist without them and their longtime friendship. So, thank you Karen and Karen for being the catalysts behind our company.
Fun Fact: Our mothers were also business partners at one point. They created a product called T-String, which was a cellphone holder that you strapped to your wrist (this only worked for the old flip phones). T-String was even featured on QVC many years ago!