Donkeyhead

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Donkeyhead

2022

1h 45m

Comedy

Drama

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91%

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11 Reviews

92%

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Mona, a failed writer, carves out a life of isolation while caring for her ailing Sikh father but when he has a debilitating stroke her three successful siblings show up on her doorstep determined to take control of the situation.

Aparita Bhandari

Globe and Mail

Even if Darshi hasn’t written Mona from personal experience, she clearly knows the character intimately, and gives Mona a kind of stubborn vulnerability that’s totally relatable.

Mar 10, 2022

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Claudia Puig

FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)

I thought it was quite well done... Generally, I think it worked quite well.

Jan 26, 2022

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Beatrice Loayza

New York Times

Despite her minor rebellions, Mona remains a frustratingly opaque character; a stereotypically troubled woman whose eventual awakening merits a shrug at most.

Jan 21, 2022

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Jorge Ignacio Castillo

Planet S Magazine

Donkeyhead is at its best when it focuses on Mona’s tailspin which is well-drawn, complex, and alternatively entertaining and horrible to watch.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 15, 2022

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Chris Knight

National Post

Donkeyhead is not a ribald laughfest but a thoughtful examination of immigrant experiences and filial expectations -- a little goofiness perhaps, but if you come for the comedy, stay for the drama.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 14, 2022

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

Enriching but trite family drama.

Rated: B-

Feb 27, 2022

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Donkeyhead is essential viewing for all immigrants and others alike. It is the story of the black sheep of a Regina Punjabi immigrant family. The film is a landmark achievement because it is well written, well directed and very well acted and has a mature theme that is at the same time hilarious and relatable. South Asian storytelling in Canada (and North America) has really reached the next level.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Brilliant script, brilliant cast, Beautifully shot and directed. Touching but hilarious....must see movie of 2022!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Amazing film. Reminded me so much of Rachel Getting Married in the best way possible. Go see this movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Audience Member

Very fresh look at the dynamic s of a family in crisis. All characters are well rounded with each facing their own inner demons. Great writing, wonderful cast and a delight to see

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/20/23

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Synopsis

Mona, a failed writer, carves out a life of isolation while caring for her ailing Sikh father but when he has a debilitating stroke her three successful siblings show up on her doorstep determined to take control of the situation.

Director: Agam Darshi
Producer: Kelly Balon, Agam Darshi, Anand Ramayya
Screenwriter: Agam Darshi
Production Co: Karma Film Inc.
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 21, 2022
Runtime: 1h 45m