Kiran

There’s Something in the Barn Review: Martin Starr Fights Elves

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Sometimes even the most flawed movies deserve a tip of the cap for sheer ambition. Sure, it didn’t quite hit the mark, but wow that effort was incredible. And the new Norwegian movie There’s Something in the Barn fits that description. Lots of it is good, lots of it is not, but it tries to … Read more

‘Lost Ladies’ Review — Kiran Rao’s Social Commentary Has Heart

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There are certain stories that only specific cultures are able to tell, and Lost Ladies (Laapataa Ladies) is certainly one of them. From its initial premise to character behavior and resolutions, the movie is very specific to Indian culture, but it also finds a way to invite outsiders in for the ride. But none of … Read more