Malayalam Movie Reviews
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Chuzhal review: This atmospheric suspense drama simmers with an uneasiness
Chuzhal is an engaging film that builds slowly towards a powerful climax that also delivers an...
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Cinestaan Curates: Examining isolation and patriarchy in Kallante Daivam
Devi PV’s short film is a clever critique of patriarchy woven in through religion, with a neat...
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Maalik review: Predictable but rousing story of a patriarch’s rise and fall
Cut from the same cloth as Nayakan (1987) and Sarkar (2005), Fahadh Faasil’s Maalik isn't...
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Sara's review: Anna Ben's film is a lighthearted take on societal expectations of women
The unconventional romantic comedy examines how pressure is put on young couples in matters marriage...
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Cold Case review: Prithviraj Sukumaran's thriller is too silly to be taken seriously
Despite being set up as a police procedural and paranormal thriller, the film fails to make a solid...
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Cinestaan Curates: Men At My Door is an unpredictable thriller that keeps you guessing
Vinay Krishnan’s Malayalam short stars Sudev Nair and Aswathi Menon....
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Aarkkariyam review: Promising, slow-burning drama undone by often confusing, uneventful writing
Cinematographer-turned-director Sanu John Varughese's film has some interesting ideas but fails...
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Nizhal review: This moody atmospheric thriller fails to capitalize on a promising start
While the psychological thrller starring Kunchako Boban and Nayanthara has an interesting premise, S...
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The Priest review: Understated Mammootty elevates this derivative supernatural mystery film
Unfortunately, the thriller by first-time director Jofin T Chacko falls prey to the clichés...
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Joji review: Fahadh Faasil is terrific in this top-rate psychological thriller
Based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the film portrays the downfall of a family in the wake of an...
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Irul review: A stylistic film that is high on aesthetics but lacks adequate substance
Despite capable performances by Darshana Rajendran, Soubin Shahir and Fahadh Faasil, the film is let...
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Santhoshathinte Onnam Rahasyam review: An interesting film that is old and new at the same time
This 87-minute single-take film starring Jitin Puthenchery and Rima Kallingal blurs the...
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Cinestaan Curates: Discovering a room of one’s own in Women’s Day
Written and directed by Tom J Mangatt, the film was released around Women’s Day...
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Love review: Refined and successful psychological chamber film experiment
Khalid Rahman has surpassed himself in directorial finesse in this minimalist film co-written...
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21 Hours review: Meaningful look at a day in the life of a Kerala fisherwoman
The short documentary, directed by Sunitha CV, gives us an insight into how Rajamma’s has been...
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Hasyam review: When dark comedy meets family drama
The film, the latest in Jayaraj's Navarasa series, falls short, however, in the technical and...
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Biriyaani review: Raw portrayal of social realities of the oppressed
Sajin Baabu’s third directorial venture is a multi-layered and powerful social critique....
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Churuli review: Cryptic tale laced with magical realism
The film, which breaks barriers and explores new frontiers, challenges conventional movie...
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Drishyam 2 review: Highly satisfying sequel that's as good as its predecessor
Drishyam 2 is a masterclass in suspense building and works as well as the first part, if not better....
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Cinestaan Curates: Exploring the contours of sexual freedom in Freedom@Midnight
Directed by RJ Shaan, the short Malayalam film stars Anupama Parameswaran and Hakkim Shahjahan...