Krisha

Krisha

Theatrical release poster
Directed by Trey Edward Shults
Produced by
  • J.P. Castel
  • Jonathan R. Chan
  • Chase Joliet
  • Trey Edward Shults
  • Wilson Smith
Written by Trey Edward Shults
Based on Krisha
by Trey Edwards Shults
Starring
Music by Brian McOmber
Cinematography Drew Daniels
Edited by Trey Edward Shults
Distributed by A24
Release dates
  • March 16, 2015 (2015-03-16) (SXSW)
  • March 18, 2016 (2016-03-18) (United States)
Running time
 81 minutes
Country United States
Language English
Box office $144,822[1]

Krisha is a 2015 American drama film written and directed by Trey Edward Shults in his major directorial debut, and produced by J.P. Castel and Jonathan R. Chan, and is the feature-length adaption of the 2014 short film Krisha also directed by Shults. The film stars Krisha Fairchild, Robyn Fairchild and Bill Wise.

It received the Grand Jury Award and Audience Award in the narrative feature competition at the 2015 South by Southwest Film Festival.[2] It has been selected to compete in the International Critics' Week section at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival.[3] The film was released in a limited release on March 18, 2016, by A24.[4]

Plot

Krisha is a woman in her 60s. She is an addict and a troubled person, and she has been estranged from her family for many years. Her son was raised by her sister.

Krisha has recently told her relatives that she is now reformed and sober, and that she wants to visit on Thanksgiving Day and cook dinner for the whole extended family. Krisha arrives at her sister's large house, where many family members are gathered, and after unpacking her suitcase, she starts in on preparing a huge turkey for roasting, despite the fact that she is missing the end joint of one of her fingers -- apparently a recent injury, as it is still wrapped in a bandage, and she puts ointment on it.

As time goes by, it becomes clear that some of the family members think that Krisha is probably genuinely OK now, although some of the older members, including her brother-in-law, feel they know her too well and so they don't really trust her at all. It also becomes clear that the family is dysfunctional, and that many of the relatives have their own problems and hang-ups.

As the day progresses, Krisha starts to secretly abuse alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal drugs. When it is time to remove the rosted turkey from the oven, she is high, and out-of-control. She spills the roasting tray, and the perfectly roasted turkey lands heavily on the kitchen floor.

The turkey is thrown into the garbage. Krisha's family is horrified, and they reject Krisha once again. Her sister refuses to let Krisha join in a simpler version of Thanksgiving dinner. Krisha becomes combative.

Cast

  • Krisha Fairchild as Krisha
  • Robyn Fairchild as Robyn
  • Chris Doubek as Dr. Becker
  • Billie Fairchild as Grandma
  • Bill Wise as Doyle
  • Trey Edward Shults as Trey
  • Olivia Grace Applegate as Olivia
  • Bryan Casserly as Logan
  • Victoria Fairchild as Vicky
  • Atheena Frizzell as Atheena
  • Augustine Frizzell as Augustine
  • Chase Joliet as Chase
  • Rose Nelson as Rose

Production

The film is based off a short film of the same name which also starred Fairchild in the titular role of Krisha.[5] Many of the film's cast are relatives of Shults, including Krisha Fairchild who is Shults' aunt, his mother and grandmother, and other actors being friends of Shults.[6] Bill Wise and Chris Doubek were the only non-relatives or friends cast in the film.[7] A Kickstarter.com campaign was created to fund the film, a $10,000 goal was set, but ended up with a total of $14,260.[8]

Filming

Principal photography began on August 2, 2014, and concluded on August 10, 2014.[9][10] The film was shot over the course of nine days, and was filmed at Shults' parents' house.[11]

Release

The film had its world premiere on March 16, 2015 at South by Southwest.[12] The film had its international premiere and went onto screen at the Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2015.[13] Shortly after, A24 acquired U.S distribution rights to the film.[14] The film also went onto screen at the London Film Festival on October 14, 2015.[15] and the AFI Fest on November 7, 2015.[16] The film was released in a limited release on March 18, 2016.[17]

Critical reception

Krisha has received acclaim from film critics. It holds a 96% "Fresh" rating on review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, based on 45 reviews, with an average rating of 8/10.[18] On Metacritic, the film holds a 87/100 based on 25 critics, indicating "Universal acclaim".[19]

Justin Chang of Variety gave the film a positive review, considering "its stylistic experimentation anchored by a subtly wounding performance from Krisha Fairchild in the eponymous lead role. More festival berths await, and while commercial prospects look decidedly modest, critical support should spur select arthouse bookings and discerning-viewer interest ahead of VOD play."[20] Sherri Linden of The Hollywood Reporter gave the film a positive review writing: "The story will eventually draw the viewer outside Krisha’s perspective, but the beauty of the film is that its compassion deepens along with its very real sense of horror — compassion not just for Krisha but for those who still love her or have given up on trying".[21]

Accolades

List of awards and nominations
Award / Film festival Category Recipient(s) Result Notes Ref(s)
Gotham Awards Bingham Ray Breakthrough Director Award Trey Edward Shults Won [22]
National Board of Review Top Ten Independent Films Krisha Won [23]
Best Directorial Debut Trey Edward Shults Won
New York Film Critics Circle Best First Film Trey Edward Shults Won Tied with Kelly Fremon Craig for The Edge of Seventeen
South by Southwest Grand Jury Prize - Narrative Feature Trey Edward Shults Won [24][25]
Audience Award - Narrative Feature Trey Edward Shults Won

References

  1. ↑ "Krisha". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved August 22, 2016.
  2. ↑ "SXSW 2015 Film Award Winners". SXSW. Retrieved 20 April 2015.
  3. ↑ "Selection of the 54th International Critics' Week". Semaine de la Critique. Retrieved 20 April 2015.
  4. ↑ "Krisha". Apple Trailers. Retrieved December 1, 2015.
  5. ↑ Lattanzio, Ryan (May 5, 2015). "Cannes First Look: 'Krisha' Is 'A Woman Under the Influence'-Level Portrait of Delusion". Indiewire.com. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  6. ↑ "Krisha Press Kit" (PDF). Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  7. ↑ "Krisha Press Kit" (PDF). Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  8. ↑ "Krisha-A Feature Film". Kickstarter.com. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  9. ↑ "Dear Kickstarter supporters, you helped make this possible! Thank you! #FormalCookeware #KRISHA". Instagram.com. August 2, 2014. Retrieved March 17, 2016.
  10. ↑ "Day 10 Picture Wrap 🎬👏👏👏 Thank you to all the cast and crew for your patience and love. #KRISHA #krishamovie". Instagram.com. August 11, 2014. Retrieved March 17, 2016.
  11. ↑ Lattanzio, Ryan (May 5, 2015). "Cannes First Look: 'Krisha' Is 'A Woman Under the Influence'-Level Portrait of Delusion". Indiewire.com. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  12. ↑ "Krisha". SXSW.COM. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  13. ↑ Zeitchik, Steven (May 22, 2015). "KRISHA FAIRCHILD IS A BREAKOUT STAR - AT AGE 64". New York Times. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  14. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (May 18, 2015). "A24 Makes Two-Pic Deal With 'Krisha' Helmer Trey Edward Shults". Deadline.com. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  15. ↑ "Krisha". BFI.org. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  16. ↑ "Krisha". AFI.COM. Retrieved November 29, 2015.
  17. ↑ "Krisha". Apple Trailers. Retrieved December 1, 2015.
  18. ↑ "Krisha (2016)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  19. ↑ "Krisha". Metacritic. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  20. ↑ Chang, Justin (March 19, 2015). "SXSW Film Review: 'Krisha'". Variety. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  21. ↑ Linden, Sherri (April 3, 2015). "'Krisha': Film Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 10, 2016.
  22. ↑ Cox, Gordon (October 20, 2016). "Gotham Awards Nominations 2016: 'Manchester By The Sea' Leads with Four". Variety. Retrieved October 20, 2016.
  23. ↑ "NATIONAL BOARD OF REVIEW ANNOUNCES 2016 AWARD WINNERS". National Board of Review. November 29, 2016. Retrieved November 30, 2016.
  24. ↑ Chang, Justin (March 17, 2015). "SXSW: 'Krisha,' 'Peace Officer' Win Grand Jury Prizes". Variety. Retrieved March 18, 2016.
  25. ↑ A Lincon, Ross (March 21, 2015). "SXSW 2015 Audience Awards: 'Krisha', 'Peace Officer' Win Again". Deadline.com. Retrieved March 18, 2016.

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