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'Universal Language': Matthew Rankin on His Kiaraostami-Influenced Oscar Entry
VarietyStory by J. Kim MurphyImage from Variety
scrn loglineQuirky Canadian filmmaker Matthew Rankin breaks down language barriers with his Oscar-contending comedy 'Universal Language'.beat sheet- Director Rankin drew inspiration from legendary Iranian auteur Abbas Kiarostami's avant-garde films to craft his unique comedic vision
- Despite the film's international recognition, Rankin believes comedies still struggle to transcend cultural divides, making 'Universal Language' a bold entry in the Oscar race
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'Universal Language': Matthew Rankin on His Kiaraostami-Influenced Oscar Entry
VarietyStory by J. Kim Murphy
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Quirky Canadian filmmaker Matthew Rankin breaks down language barriers with his Oscar-contending comedy 'Universal Language'.
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- Director Rankin drew inspiration from legendary Iranian auteur Abbas Kiarostami's avant-garde films to craft his unique comedic vision
- Despite the film's international recognition, Rankin believes comedies still struggle to transcend cultural divides, making 'Universal Language' a bold entry in the Oscar race
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Matthew Rankin, Universal Language