Cinemascape

Cinemascape delves into the intricacies of cinema through in-depth critical analysis. With a keen eye for perspective, the column provides readers with a nuanced understanding of the diverse landscapes within the world of film that goes beyond the surface of cinematic storytelling.

April 07, 2024

'Aadujeevitham': Reading Blessy's Prithviraj-starrer in the light of Benyamin's classic

Tasked with navigating audience expectations and perceptions, Blessy has managed deviations or interpretations of the original fairly well, crafting a classic survival drama out of 'Aadujeevitham', only touching upon Najeeb's goat life partially.

March 09, 2024
Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies' is a powerful exploration of female agency and resilience

Vikash Nowlakha's handheld camera work, coupled with motivated lighting, immerses viewers in the confusion unfolding throughout the movie.
February 26, 2024
'Bramayugam' and 'My Dear Kuttichathan': Depicting the struggle of gods and demigods for freedom from humans

Rahul's 'Bramayugam' and Jijo's 'My Dear Kuttichathan' depict the manipulation tactics of power-hungry people who ensnare gods and demigods.
January 25, 2024
'Malaikottai Vaaliban': LJP's folklore is Madhu Neelakandan's cinematography masterclass

Madhu dictates where the moonlight will end on his frame and from where the shadows will grow only to be diluted by the flickering warmth of light spilling from an oil lamp or a campfire.
January 20, 2024
Lijo Jose Pellissery-Mohanlal's 'Malaikottai Vaaliban' trailer hints at class struggle | Review

In the slices shared from Vaaliban's world, the dyes of valour, camaraderie, and love are dyed over in the dark shades of abused power, class struggle, deceit, sweat, and blood.
November 25, 2023
Jeo Baby's cinematic politics: Decoding pain in 'Kaathal - The Core'

Jeo's writers Adarsh Sukumaran and Paulson Skaria occasionally resort to the FAQ format to elucidate the necessity of proper understanding and acceptance of sexual orientation.
October 23, 2023
The supervillain hidden in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Vijay-starrer 'Leo'

Despite its successes, one aspect of the film received criticism – the portrayal of its villains.

September 25, 2023
KG George's 'Yathrayude Anthyam' is a starting point to embark on a serious cinema journey

As a storyteller, George prepares his viewers well in advance for these deeply philosophical moments quite effectively.
August 05, 2023
‘The Hunt for Veerappan’ – facts and nothing but facts about a myth | Selvamani Selvaraj’s Netflix docuseries

Selvaraj has managed to achieve remarkable clarity to the subject by chosing Veerappan's wife Muthulakshmi to tell the story.
February 27, 2023
Dissecting Halitha's ‘Aelay’ and Lijo's ‘Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam’. Dots that fail to connect

Halitha's opening shot of 'Aelay' creates an illusion of similarity with the bus sequence in ‘Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam’.

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