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Part-time Malayalam YouTuber, but full-time Letterboxd user.

Favorite films

  • Invasion of the Body Snatchers
  • Kaakha Kaakha
  • Anbe Sivam
  • Heat

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  • Sindhubaadh

  • Empuraan

    ★★

  • Pannaiyarum Padminiyum

    ★★★★

  • Sethupathi

    ★★★

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  • Empuraan

    Empuraan

    ★★

    The problem with this sequel to Lucifer is that, while it attempts to convey a grand scale in every sequence, it lacks the momentum needed to be a great film. Murali Gopy is still involved, bringing his philosophy-filled narrative, but it doesn't deliver the impact I expected. His writing is inconsistently executed in this film, which ultimately becomes a major drawback.

    The film attempts to explore numerous subplots, but none of them make a substantial impact. The only consistent element…

  • The Apprentice

    The Apprentice

    ★★★★

    I'm not sure if I can classify this film as a true-life horror because the way it explores the character journey of the protagonist is so intriguing. Additionally, Sebastian Stan's portrayal of Donald Trump is incredibly realistic in this film.

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  • Sindhubaadh

    Sindhubaadh

    This is, so far, the only Arun Kumar film that I found to be quite boring due to its narrative. It failed to engage my interest in any part of the story. The only positive aspect of the film is its soundtrack, which is really good.

  • Pannaiyarum Padminiyum

    Pannaiyarum Padminiyum

    ★★★★

    I don’t know why this film felt so personal to me, as if all those events were happening in my hometown or if those experiences were something someone I knew personally went through.

    Even though it’s a film that goes back in time, all the events felt so authentic and relatable. It always had an emotional connection that made it easy for me to connect with the characters and the situations created in the film.

    I never expected this film to be great, but the storytelling was so compelling that I fell in love with it.

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  • Kishkindha Kaandam

    Kishkindha Kaandam

    ★★★★

    Although I was initially on the fence about the film, it eventually evolved with some commendable plot twists. The standout feature of the film was Vijaya Raghavan's performance, which held its own. However, the final act took me by complete surprise with its unpredictability. In my view, this is an exceptional slow burn thriller that excels in all its aspects.

  • Bougainvillea

    Bougainvillea

    ★★★½

    I wouldn't necessarily call this thriller amazing, but the slowburn suspense crafted by Amal Neerad does have its moments of brilliance alongside some imperfections. However, the performances by Jyothirmai and Kunchacko Boban really elevate the film, especially in the final act where everything comes together convincingly. While it may not be the most outstanding thriller, I found it to be better than I initially anticipated.