Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, this film was a visceral, chaotic exploration of the thin line between man and beast. Its technical mastery led it to be selected as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 95th Academy Awards.
2019 was not just about the big releases; it was a year of technical brilliance. Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Jallikattu (released late in the year) was a visual cacophony that later became India's official entry to the Oscars. Though it polarized audiences, it showcased Malayalam cinema’s ambition to compete on a global stage with its abstract storytelling and kinetic cinematography. malayalam movie 2019
Arguably the most beloved film of the year. It redefined the "family drama" by exploring toxic masculinity and brotherhood through four flawed brothers. The performances of Fahadh Faasil and Shane Nigam, coupled with Sushin Shyam’s haunting music, made it an instant classic. Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, this film was
While Lucifer brought the crowds, several other films captured the soul of the audience through nuanced performances and realistic direction: Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Jallikattu (released late in the
What makes Virus unforgettable is its clinical restraint. Instead of melodrama, Abu employs a near-documentary style, stitching together multiple perspectives: a brave nurse (Parvathy Thiruvothu), a dedicated health minister (Revathy), a virologist (Tovino Thomas), and anxious families fighting time. The ensemble cast — including Kunchacko Boban, Asif Ali, and Rima Kallingal — brings raw authenticity to the panic, heroism, and heartbreak.