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AFM Hidden Gem: Enigmatic ‘Sister Midnight’ Chronicles One Woman’s Liberation in Mumbai

The Hollywood Reporter
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A misfit bride in Mumbai transforms into an unconventional antihero in this genre-defying debut feature that prioritizes human behavior over dialogue.
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  • Director Karan Kandhari and lead actress Radhika Apte developed a 'secret language' to tap into the protagonist's complex psychology, eliminating the need for extensive exposition.
  • The film features a surprising soundtrack of 1960s Cambodian soul and tracks by Howlin' Wolf and The Stooges, complementing the protagonist's wild emotional journey.
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Karan Kandhari, Radhika Apte, Protagonist Pictures, Sister Midnight
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