Question 1

What real-life tragedy inspired the character of Krisha?

Accepted Answer

The title character is based on director Trey Edward Shults's cousin and Krisha Fairchild's niece Nica, a longtime addict who relapsed at a family reunion and died of an overdose soon after.

Question 2

Why does Krisha have a missing finger in the film?

Accepted Answer

Actress Krisha Fairchild lost the tip of her index finger while trying to break up a dogfight shortly before filming. She wanted to back out but stayed on, and it's never explained in the movie.

Question 3

Where was the movie filmed?

Accepted Answer

It was filmed entirely at director Trey Edward Shults's mother's house in Houston.

Question 4

What is the central conflict in Krisha?

Accepted Answer

When Krisha returns to her estranged family for Thanksgiving dinner, past demons threaten to ruin the festivities.

Question 5

Which major film festivals featured Krisha?

Accepted Answer

It was shown at Cannes Film Festival and SXSW Film Festival in 2015, and at AFI Fest in 2015, among others.

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