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Two con artists have spent 26 years training their only daughter to swindle, scam and steal at every turn. During a desperate and hastily conceived heist, they charm a stranger into joining them, only to have their entire world turned upside down.
A young woman is raised by two con artists who are obsessed with pulling off the ultimate heist. As they attempt to rob a bank, they encounter a new woman who begins to challenge their tightly controlled world. This unexpected encounter forces the daughter to question her upbringing and the true meaning of family.
Kajillionaire received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its quirky humor, distinctive visual style, and strong performances, particularly from its lead cast. While some found its unconventional narrative and offbeat tone polarizing, many lauded its originality and emotional depth.
Praised for its unique and quirky sense of humor.
Applauded for the distinctive visual style and strong performances.
Noted for its unconventional narrative structure and offbeat tone.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed Kajillionaire, appreciating its originality and the cast's performances. Some viewers found the plot a bit too strange or slow-paced, but many praised its heartfelt moments and unconventional storytelling.
Director Miranda July initially envisioned the film's peculiar family dynamic as a puppet show before adapting it into a feature film.
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What happens when a couple of commies name their only daughter after a hobo? Kajillionire. You wont regret watching this movie. This sort of stuff needs to happen more often. Genuinely funny moments in a movie that is not entirely a comedy....
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I am absolutely head over heels in love with writer-director Miranda July‘s “Kajillionaire,” a quirky, tender film that explores the longing for human connection wrapped up in a story about a family of down-on-their-luck con artists. The pr...