Kelly Reichardt’s Latest Film Is Also Her Most Star-Studded—Not That She Cares

MASTER AT WORK

“Showing Up” boasts a cast of three recent Oscar nominees and one hip-hop legend. But Kelly Reichardt isn’t worried about all that glamor overwhelming her quietly funny film.

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Showing Up is acclaimed director Kelly Reichardt’s eighth film, and it may be her best yet. The story of a quiet, sensitive artist as she overcomes personal obstacles as she prepares for her first small show, Reichardt crafted a film that is deeply affecting and—most surprisingly—very funny.

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