These Aussies’ first film made $133m profit. Is their next any good?

The Adelaidean YouTubing brothers behind horror hit “Talk To Me” have gone much darker with follow-up “Bring Her Back”.

Sally Hawkins’ performance harks back to her days working with Mike Leigh. Sony Pictures

Michael Bodey

May 29, 2025 – 5.00am

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The Philippou twins, Danny and Michael, are a breath of fresh air for Australian filmmaking.

The Adelaide duo enjoyed viral success with their RackaRacka YouTube channel, producing frenetic short-form comedy and horror videos, before earning critical accolades and $140 million in the box office (off a $7 million budget) with their first film, 2023’s Talk To Me.