Review of Trishna (2011) by Michael Q — 05 Oct 2014

Very good watch and insight in to some of Indian life.

This review of Trishna (2011) was written by Michael Q on 05 Oct 2014.

Trishna has generally received mixed reviews.

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The cast bring an easy naturalistic style to their performances, softening some of the more melodramatic elements of the plot, with Winterbottom's…

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By Rob L (734) on 14 Aug 2012

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By Colin Covert (1,936) for Minneapolis Star Tribune (2,416) on 25 Jul 2012

While the film never delves deep enough into its characters' emotions to be truly spellbinding, it's well worth seeing…

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By Lauren D (305) on 29 Nov 2012

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By Brian K (1,195) on 01 Dec 2012

Based on a 1891 novel that was banned and or edited significantly in the UK when released, Trishna (now on DVD after skipping Vegas theatres)…

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By Elona W (2) on 06 Aug 2012

The directorial finesse is quite evident, but it is the story that surprisingly disappoints, despite the fact that it is the retelling of a…

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