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  • 2001
  • Unrated
  • Eros Worldwide
  • 1 h 45 m
  • 2001
  • Unrated
  • Eros Worldwide
  • 1 h 45 m
ABCD

Summary ABCD is the story of Raj and Nina, first generation Asian Indian immigrant children who have grown up in America, and their mother, Anju, who is desperately trying in her old age to reconcile her long ago decision to come to America. (Laxmi Pictures)

Directed By: Krutin Patel

Written By: James McManus, Krutin Patel

  • 2001
  • Unrated
  • Eros Worldwide
  • 1 h 45 m
  • 2001
  • Unrated
  • Eros Worldwide
  • 1 h 45 m

ABCD

Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 11 Critic Reviews
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Summary ABCD is the story of Raj and Nina, first generation Asian Indian immigrant children who have grown up in America, and their mother, Anju, who is desperately trying in her old age to reconcile her long ago decision to come to America. (Laxmi Pictures)

Directed By: Krutin Patel

Written By: James McManus, Krutin Patel

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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 11 Critic Reviews
53
45% Positive
5 Reviews
36% Mixed
4 Reviews
18% Negative
2 Reviews

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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 11 Critic Reviews
53
45% Positive
5 Reviews
36% Mixed
4 Reviews
18% Negative
2 Reviews

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80
In this funny, touching and haunting film, Patel cuts through stereotypes to show the hard truths of straddling two cultures.
By Peter Travers FULL REVIEW
70
It's polished without being slick; well-paced and graceful and brought alive by stellar performances led by Jaffrey.
By Kevin Thomas FULL REVIEW
70
Despite the familiar story, both kids are three-dimensional characters, and first-time director Patel embraces their generational dilemmas with feeling and wit.
By Ted Shen FULL REVIEW
60
A better and more serious film than its forerunner, "American Desi."
By Stephen Holden FULL REVIEW
50
The film's style is best described as utilitarian, but it gets the job done; the performances range from good to a bit amateurish.
By Maitland McDonagh FULL REVIEW
40
If only good intentions were enough to redeem a picture, perhaps ABCD would be worth a look.
By Jean Oppenheimer FULL REVIEW
30
Less effective in dramatizing the choices facing second-generation Indian Americans than as a showcase for Sheetal Sheth's terrific hair.
By Ed Park FULL REVIEW

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Production Company Laxmi Pictures
Release Date Nov 30, 2001
Duration 1 h 45 m
Rating Unrated
Genres
Tagline Its about choices!
Website http://www.abcd-themovie.com/
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Awards

WorldFest Houston
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination

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