1001 Nunakal

While as a whole 1001 Nunakal (Thousand and One Lies) may look like a The12th Man ripoff, it has a more magnetic atmosphere. There is not one dull scene in the film that sees a bunch of couples get together. After a night passes, they play a game where everyone has to tell their better half a lie that they told them since they got together. As one would expect, things take ugly turn for some of them, ultimately breaking open our own beliefs about what a truth or lie is. 1001 Nunakal is well-directed and it makes you think. That's what some films are for.

(Watched at the 2022 International Film Festival of Kerala in Trivandrum.)

The film 1001 Nunakal, directed by Thamar, is classified as a cinematic work belonging to the family drama genre.

The narrative commences with the gathering of the malayali families at a residence, convened due to an unexpected incident that transpires - a fire breaking out in some of the families' flats. The occasion in question is a wedding anniversary celebration for a couple, who, on the following day, make the decision to commemorate the occasion in the company of their friends' family. However, the day is marred by incidents that arise between the families in attendance. The couples' decision to engage in a game of lies, each confessing the untruths they have told their respective partners during their matrimonial journey, inadvertently creates discord among the groups. This tension escalates further when an expensive wedding anniversary gift disappears, leading to suspicion and conflict among the individuals present. In point of fact, the gift was acquired through surreptitious means on account of the continuous pecuniary requests of her husband.

The film's narrative was of mediocre quality, with its direction adhering to standard conventions. The central theme of the film remained unfulfilled, and despite the absence of prominent actors, the performances were commendable. The film can be regarded as one to be watched on a single occasion.

A must watch cinema for cinema lovers its going through human emotions thats what if it exposed to our loved ones started watching without any expectations but within 15 mins its got gripped and i found sense of filmmaking the team given us Watch without any expectations it will give something to learn in your life gripping till the end refreshing sometimes with small jokes engaging kudos to the team for giving a good film like that without any annoying scenes always malayalam industry never disappoint me of you are in a relationship or a husband and wife watch with patience you will definitely enjoy.

If you've watched '12th Man', then 1001 Nunakal is not far from that movie.

The scenario, unfortunately, didn't produce something original; it was the same routine about married friends embarking on a dangerous game that'll shatter their relationships.

DELICIOUS

-The lighting and location worked! It's always a refreshing scenery when movies are shot in the Middle East and Vinay's house was big, well lit, and cozily furnished😃

-All the actors rendered a natural performance making the screenplay look real. Plus, there was a good variety of characters.

Our favorite has to be Benzy; Rashmi K Nair released genuine pain and a tormented spirit, we felt it.

-The film concluded with a powerful reality: "Oftentimes, it's the listeners who decide whether something is a truth or a lie".

Just as beauty is in the eye of the beholder, truth is also in the ear of the listener.

BLAND

---1001 Nunakal was mainly an imitation of many movies of this genre, i.e. Married friends gathering in a nice location and engaging in a ridiculous and costly activity.

It was surprising that the friends who had originally sheltered at Vinay's house due to a fire in their apartments seemed to be more concerned about the game than the loss of their property 😳

The film would have had a greater impact if it had focused on a different activity to bring out the friends' inner personalities and use symbols to pass a message.

Some movies nowadays lack imagination. This is one of that kind. It starts showing many characters around and by the time we understand what they are upto,we end up losing more than half of the movie and also patience! When the plot kind of thickens one knows where it is heading to such that it's gives you ample time to check your phone! The story further drags seamlessly and this is when you start looking around at others sitting near you to see whether they too have the same messed up expression as much you have. Meanwhile when the trauma is 20 minutes away from ending,the story takes a small twist giving us some hope of Paisa Vasool. But it moves from there to nowhere and ends up bluntly. To such an extent the movie ends abruptly,that you scroll back & forth thinking you accidentally pressed the fast forwarding button on your remote! Hope they are not planning a second part to this😇