Ullozhukku

Brevity in story telling by Christo Tomy with excellent cinematography by Shehnad Jalal .. not only resurrects the soul of the Shakespearean drama that unfolds but also highlights the surreal beauty of kuttanad through breathtaking visuals.

Subtle background music by Sushin Shyam in classical western style is captivating and adds to the core feel of the movie.

Besides excellent emote from all - principally an ageing Urvashi and the young Parvathy Thiruvoth .. the film is the combined result of all elements of movie making fused together brilliantly, drawing in the viewer emotionally too.

The movie with the right type of subtitles is sufficient to pull itself off singularly before any discerning international or national audience sans spend on marketing for such is its narrative strength. This point is beyond debate.

The film is a text book case for all budding film makers to watch over and over again to understand the nuances.

Conclusion: Malayalam films are once again on the ascendancy by virtue of the creativity behind each, indicative of a welcome renaissance and shift away from action staples and crime/police stories that held centre stage so far .. we need to travel far more and the changing trend seems encouraging ...

premnath d trivandrum.

Rave reviews and a stellar cast are surely the best ingredients to allure you to watch a movie, and that is exactly what pulled me to watch this one.

It is the story of an ailing husband who succumbs to death, leaving behind his wife and mother. The delay in burying him due to floods brings out hidden truths, lies, and the complexity of relationships to the forefront.

On the surface, it may look like a simple tale, but it has multiple layers that draw you in. The screenplay is tight and helps you understand the intent behind every action taken by the characters. The best part about the movie is that everyone is right in their perspective, yet everyone can be called wrong if you switch on the societal compass.

Legendary actress Urvashi is a force to reckon with when it comes to acting. She still is the best and delivers a standout performance. The emotional turmoil she faces comes across naturally through her facial expressions. Parvathy Thiruvothu is another example of an exemplary actress, and she proves it yet again. Prasanth Murali, even with limited screen presence, does well.

Captain of the ship, Christi Tomy, creates an immersive experience for viewers where silence speaks volumes. The cinematography is another brilliantly done aspect, with picturesque frames that captivate you. It is not your run-of-the-mill story; rather, you get to see a progressive story set in a small village in Kerala.

Get ready to watch a movie that is slow yet highly engaging. Don't miss this gem at any cost and be ready to watch never seen before relationship between daughter in law and mother in law.

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Torrential rains in Kuttanad are used to portray melancholy in the Malayalam film #Ullozhukku. There's plenty in the movie for everyone to be sad. Leelamma is sad because her son just passed away. And, because her daughter-in-law has brought shame to the family. Anju is sad because she was coerced to ditch her boyfriend and marry someone whom she did not love. Rajeev is sad because he wants to start his own venture but is forced to work as a waiter. Why therefore should you view a film that is so filled with "sadness"? Because this movie portrays women as brave enough to make difficult choices and support one another in times of need, while still being vulnerable. Because of the exhilarating performances by Urvashi and Parvathy. Because of the brilliant direction by Christo Tomy. Rating 4/5.

Leave it to Mollywood to consider a plot that that other industries won't touch with a 10-ft poll. The leads were phenomenal in this "All parties are at fault, but can you blame them?" storyline that not only showcases what phenomenal acting they can do, but also some amazing frames of Kerala in ways that you may not have seen before.

Much is said about how 'big names' in Indian cinema are mostly male names, but here's another example of why actors like Urvashi, who's been there and done that is all sorts of roles, are bigger than some of the 'big names' when it comes to acting chops.

This is a serious drama film - not for everyone, but definitely worth the watch so that when Urvashi receives a very well deserved award for this film, you know what it's for. If this were an American drama, the Oscar for Best Female Lead was pretty much guaranteed. Watch it for her and Parvathy, for an interesting portrayal of Kerala, for the writing and execution.

Absorbing and emotional Drama at its Best !

Powerhouse performances of urvashi & Parvathy Thiruvothu ;they both lived as their characters and delivered a Fabulous experience !

Music by Sushin Syam added to movie's Strength and Excellent direction from christo tomy !!!

All technical department did a very good work ; cinematography ,editing and artwork ,all are in top standards and commendable performance from rest of the cast too !!

In one sentence i can say about this movie is " a Outstanding drama deserved to be Experience it from Theater "

go watch it cinemas near you !!!!

My Rating 9.