Radhika Apte is setting the internet on fire with her latest film, Sister Midnight. This masterpiece, directed by Karan Kandhari, premiered at the prestigious Directors’ Fortnight at the Cannes Film Festival 2024, making it the only Indian film selected for this coveted sidebar section. But Sister Midnight is much more than just its Cannes pedigree. The buzz surrounding the film stems from its unique genre-bending narrative. Described by the British Council as “a fantastical punk comedy, a feminist revenge film, and a revamped vampire movie rolled into one,” it promises a thrilling and unconventional cinematic experience. Emilia Pérez Receives Nine-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes 2024; Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldana and Karla Sofia Gascón in Tears (Watch Videos).
With its Cannes premiere and limited information available online, Sister Midnight has become an enigma that cinephiles are eager to unravel. Here’s all you need to know about it below. Cannes 2024: Cate Blanchett Blows Kisses to the Audience As Her Apocalyptic Comedy ‘Rumours’ Receives 4-Minute Standing Ovation (Watch Video).
Cast – Sister Midnight stars Radhika Apte, Ashok Pathak, Chhaya Kadam, Smita Tambe, Navya Sawant in important roles.
Plot – Sister Midnight dives into the dark side of tradition. Set in the bustling city of Mumbai, the film explores the unravelling of an arranged marriage. The husband, depicted as weak-willed, becomes a horrified observer as his wife undergoes a terrifying transformation. Furiosa – A Mad Max Saga: George Miller, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Chris Hemsworth Receive Nearly Eight-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes 2024 (Watch Video).
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Release Date – Karan Kandhari’s directorial Sister Midnight premiered at Directors’ Fortnight Cannes on May 19, 2024.
Reviews – Sister Midnight, a Mumbai-set feature starring Radhika Apte, is receiving rave reviews from critics. The actress’s performance is being praised. Check them below.
‘Darkly’
Really, really dug “Sister Midnight”, which is like of Wes Anderson shot a monster movie in India.
It’s darkly funny, beautifully shot and clever in the way it riffs on genre conventions.
Well worth keeping an eye out for that one, if you get a chance.#cannes2024 pic.twitter.com/bdf4i4xTb5
— Darren Mooney (@Darren_Mooney) May 19, 2024
‘Incredible’
Radhika Apte (@radhika_apte) is I.N.C.R.E.D.I.B.L.E in Karan Kandahari’s ‘Sister Midnight’. One of the best performances I’ve seen this @Festival_Cannes .
— Sucharita (@Su4ita) May 19, 2024
Indeed, Sister Midnight at Cannes seems like a gem and the above reactions serve as proof. The movie has been bankrolled by Wellington Films, Radhika, Suitable Pictures, Alan McAlex, Film4 and British Film Institute.
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