‘Freakier Friday’ Director Nisha Ganatra Might Have Cracked the Code on the Studio Comedy
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Ganatra’s direction is reminiscent of the Coen Brothers. Her sharp visual storytelling and dynamic comedy performances captured with bold frames and kinetic energy balances the tension of the series. Hulu’s Deli Boys is in expert hands. The first episode is a stylish thrilling ride.
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Every comedy should hope to be this timely and clever. 
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Hollywood could learn a thing or two about how to be truthful and lighthearted at the same time from Nisha Ganatra.
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Skillfully directed with an eye for both character and comedy
— Kenneth Turan LA Times

Ganatra brings to her films a certain energy and creativity that mark the best indie features
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Treats delicate topics with wit, sensitivity, and humor...
— Variety

Nisha Ganatra is one of America’s best young directors when it comes to eliciting superb performances from her casts.
— Boston Phoenix

Daring, quietly searing, funny and profoundly poignant...
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