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"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 decision to come to America long ago. "ABCD" revolves around characters who are culturally lost. They can no longer fully adhere to the customs of the country they have left behind, and yet do not belong to the mainstream American culture because of their ethnicity.

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Ted Shen Chicago Reader 02/14/2020
Despite the familiar story, both kids are three-dimensional characters, and first-time director [Krutin] Patel embraces their generational dilemmas with feeling and wit. Go to Full Review Carrie Rickey Philadelphia Inquirer 02/21/2002
3/4
An involving study of sibling and interpersonal relationships. Go to Full Review Kevin Thomas Los Angeles Times 11/30/2001
3.5/5
It's polished without being slick; well-paced and graceful and brought alive by stellar performances led by Jaffrey. Go to Full Review Ted Murphy Hollywood.com 01/11/2007
C
ABCD gets an "A" for its intentions, but unfortunately just barely passes on all other accounts. Go to Full Review David Chute L.A. Weekly 09/30/2002
At times the deck is egregiously stacked. Go to Full Review David Noh Film Journal International 12/09/2001
Nothing particularly fresh or exciting, but its intentions are so sincere and, for the most part, it's so well-acted that it emerges as quite affecting. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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10/15/2010 An interesting movie that follows a pair of adult siblings raised in America, Nina and Raj are close, and supportive of each other, but the two possess characteristics that are as opposite to each other as night and day. Nina is headstrong, fierce, and obviously independent. Raj is obedient, honest, and downright amiable. Constantly at ends with her mother, Nina rebels and chafes at the idea of conforming within marriage and traditions. Raj only hopes that the decisions, and the progress he has made, will only further please his mother, Anju. Hoping that her adult children will one day embrace their culture and traditions, Anju fears that their actions will result in horrible, and lonely, lifestyles so she strives to make the choices for them as much as this further infuriates her children. Sheetal Sheth, Aasif Mandvi, Faran Tahir, Madhur Jaffrey, David Ari, and Jennifer Dorr White stars. Worthy! See more 03/10/2008 Really enjoyed this movie: American Born Confused Desi (ABCD) Was disappointed in their choices at the end... but that's reality I suppose... as in fate had it's hand. Wonder if any of that was written on her palm? ;) A thorough look into the lives of a brother and sister, struggling with their Indian culture in Western society. Acting was a bit new, but the great story tops it. See more 02/03/2008 ABCD - American Born Confused Desi! Definitely An Eye Opener About The New Generation Of American Born Asians & The Conflict Between 'Straight Of The Boat' Indians & Westernized Indians. Could Have Done With More Comedic Moments! See more 01/23/2008 Dramatic and from the hip. Often these themes are satirized. See more 01/02/2008 This movie sort of scared me about reality.. Is this what 2nd generation indians have become... i hope im not this way but who knows i guess. It does deal with the love lives of two ABCD's and talks about the struggles with dating for indians... its worth watching but i wont rave about it -- If anything Sheetal Sheth is gorgeous ! See more Read all reviews
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Krutin Patel

Director

Madhur Jaffrey

Anju

Faran Tahir

Raj

Sheetal Sheth

Nina

Aasif Mandvi

Ashok

David Ari

Brian

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Synopsis "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 decision to come to America long ago. "ABCD" revolves around characters who are culturally lost. They can no longer fully adhere to the customs of the country they have left behind, and yet do not belong to the mainstream American culture because of their ethnicity.
Director
Krutin Patel
Producer
Naju Patel, Krutin Patel
Screenwriter
Krutin Patel, James McManus, Krutin Patel
Distributor
Eros Pictures
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 30, 2001, Wide
Box Office (Gross USA)
$83.4K
Runtime
1h 46m
Sound Mix
Dolby Stereo, DTS
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)