Krisha(2016)
When Krisha returns to her estranged family for Thanksgiving dinner, past demons threaten to ruin the festivities.
Movie: Krisha
Top 10 Billed Cast
Krisha
Alex
David
Logan
Chase
Atheena
Augustine
Olivia
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Krisha wins the John Cassavetes Award at the 2016 Film Independent Spirit Awards
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