A riveting story set in mediveal Karnataka. The first thing that stands out in this film is it's cinematography. The camera movement and angles are exceptional, the making and setting of this story is highly reminiscent of the Kurosawa samurai movies yet it remains grounded and truthful to it's surroundings. It's almost an ode to Kurosawa. The performances are top notch. The music is quite remarkable, it sets the mood but isn't overbearing. The haunting tunes and the two beautiful melodies are perfectly in sync with the rest of the film. The screenplay is quite engaging from the beginning and the writing makes sure each character reach their logical end. The art and locations are spectacular. Use of authentic kalari for the stunt sequences make them look fresh and stylish even after all these years. A must watch for any film buff.
