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  • Bramayugam: Macabre Mammootty’s Masterclass In Marvellous Horror Folklore

    Bramayugam: Macabre Mammootty’s Masterclass In Marvellous Horror Folklore

    Bramayugam: Macabre Mammootty’s Masterclass In Marvellous Horror Folklore

    After a terrific performance In Kaathal – The Core, Mammootty outdoes himself in a pure evil avatar in a black and white gem Bramayugam. His ghoulish laughter, terrifying presence, deep voice and authoritative mannerism are simply brilliant! 

    The 17th century film revolves around a dilapidated mansion in middle of a jungle. Kodumon Potty (Mammootty) is the owner of this mysterious eerie place and stays there with his servant. One day, an escaping slave Thevan lands up at the mansion for food and survival and Potty welcomes him. Thevan is happy initially but soon the secrets unfold and he is unable to escape. 

    The movie is a strong commentary on the class, social divide and the nature of power. Power corrupts. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. 

    Watch the movie for Mammootyy’s mind-blowing acting, technical finesse and excellent treatment. The black and white movie gives the chills! 

    And yes, Tumbadd still remains one of the best movies of all time!

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  • Kaathal – The Core Review: Masterpiece! 

    Kaathal – The Core Review: Masterpiece! 

    Kaathal – The Core Review: Masterpiece! 

    Kaathal is a ground breaking and bold movie that makes a case for the acceptance of homosexuality in a traditional and conventional society. 

    A woman (Jyotika) seeks divorce from her husband (Mammooty) due to a loveless marriage, which resulted from his homosexual orientation. All of this happens against the backdrop of a local election, where the husband is the candidate. 

    Jyotika liberates herself as well as her husband by filing for divorce when Section 377 decriminalised homosexuality. 

    Mammooty gives a powerhouse performance with Jyotika – no over the top melodrama. Pure emotions and relationships at work – fragility, vulnerability, complexities shown in no frills manner. Very nice to see the strong friendship and bond between the couple despite filing for divorce – they do not become enemies or haters. Mammooty’s expressions and Jyotika’s silence touch us! 

    Great direction by Jeo Baby and a strong supporting music! 

    Watch it!

  • ‘Rorschach’ Movie Review: Deeply Intriguing Psychological Neo Noir Thriller

    ‘Rorschach’ Movie Review: Deeply Intriguing Psychological Neo Noir Thriller

    ‘Rorschach’ Movie Review: Deeply Intriguing Psychological Neo Noir Thriller

    A bewildering movie that justifies its title – Rorschach means a projective psychological test that uses a subject’s interpretation of 10 standard black or colored inkblot designs to assess personality traits and emotional tendencies.

    The movie tests your perception of the film? Your feelings, your characteristics and you! The movie also tests the key characters in the outstanding drama – all of who showcase numerous shades of grey.

    A rich businessman for Dubai arrives in a tranquil village and sets a chain of interesting events. Gradually, the pieces of puzzle unearth and we get a sense of protagonist’s true intentions arising from a mental state. I am resisting the temptation to leak the big story!

    The revenge drama keep you on the edge of the seat. One is attracted to the maze and gets deeper and deeper! Though the pace gets little slow after half time when the real plot is revealed!

    Mammootty shines and does full justice to the movie! What a layered and smooth performance where he surrenders to the script – you become part of his insidiousness! Acting masterclass! Hats off! But it is Bindu Panicker who outshines seething Mammootty for me – her menacing matriarch act of self-preservation is outstanding!

    The movie is technically superb with music, car, house and village as impeccable components. Loved the English tracks of the movie – enhanced the mood of the film. Full marks to the director!

    Watch it – A very unique slow burn!