New York City
Like a Cow or an Elephant tells the story of Kreena, a woman around thirty years of age who works as a janitor in an office building – a job she cherishes – and lives in a house with her eccentric, history-obsessed mother. Kreena’s methodical, repetitive life is, in part, due to a mild developmental disability. Kreena also feels trapped by her mother’s controlling influence. Despite the obstacles she must confront – which also include a brother in narcotics rehabilitation, a new co-worker invading the private sanctuary of her job, and a mysterious stranger with secrets – Kreena can’t help but see the best in all people. Kreena must travel the difficult path from her safe shell to independence and self-actualization.