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'Before the Rains': Tea for Twonew
This story about life and love in southern India during the twilight of British rule is exquisitely photographed but emotionally overwrought.
Austin Chronicle |
Marc Savlov |
07-11-2008 |
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Tags: Before the Rains, Santosh Sivan
'Before the Rains' Explores Love, Lust and Empirenew
Before the Rains is a carefully recreated and opulent period drama that explores the psychology of individuals grappling, and losing their grip, with the historical conditions of their time.
Shepherd Express |
David Luhrssen |
06-13-2008 |
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Brits Behaving Badly Aren't Enough to Keep the Sexy Spark From Being Dousednew
Indian director Sivan's Before the Rains feels less Satyajit Ray than Lifetime, using Sajani and Moores' ill-fated love affair as a metaphor for the travesty of colonialism. Prepare to be schooled.
New York Press |
Felicia Feaster |
05-15-2008 |
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Tags: Before the Rains, Santosh Sivan
