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Hard work alone will not make an average movie into a masterpiece! :( Blessy's 13+ years of dedication and Prithviraj's 31kg weight loss for the role were heavily promoted, but the film falls short of the cited make quality; it was a disappointing spectacle! While Prithviraj's physical transformation deserves respect, the casting of Amala Paul alongside Prithviraj himself feels like a mismatch. While Prithviraj's performance is certainly committed, his portrayal is marred by excessive shivering and murmuring. These techniques felt like a predictable, textbook attempt to generate emotional impact, rather than a nuanced exploration of the character's plight. Unfortunately, the director wasn't able to establish a truly haunting atmosphere in the film. As a result, I found the movie emotionally inert and left the theater feeling disappointed. A recurring issue in Blessy's movies is dialogue that lacks realism. Characters speak in a way that's detached from everyday life, and 'Goatlife' is no exception. The result is a melodramatic slog that feels unnecessarily stretched. Blessy's attempt to inject emotional depth falls flat. The soundtrack, another crucial element, is a further disappointment. The songs and background music are jarringly inappropriate for the film's tone. Ultimately, 'Goatlife' is a mediocre story propped up by the hype surrounding Prithviraj's physique. It offers nothing truly new and fails to live up to its extravagant marketing. There are not less than two hundred of superior Malayalam films from the past that deserve recognition instead, when I heard about an undeserving box-office performance. 'Goatlife' is not a theatrical cinematic experience worth seeking out. It does little to elevate Blessy's directorial reputation or showcase Prithviraj's acting range. It's unlikely the movie will be overlooked for Best Director and Best Acting! More importantly, it powerfully portrays the true story Benyamin shared - the harrowing experience of people trapped in the desert. The film's animal cinematography is also remarkable.

Hats off to LJP for conjuring the cinematic marvel that is "Malaikottai Valiban" within the constraints of such a small Malayalam film industry. This film stands as a testament to his unwavering directorial passion, fueled by an unyielding commitment to visualize his fantastical vision, a meticulous eye for detail, and an artful mind. While it draws inspiration from folklore, the dialogue delivery eschews the familiar tones of his other movies like Angamali Diaries, Ee. Ma. Yau, Churuli or Jallikkattu! Instead, the conversations between prominent characters, especially when conducted in public, evoke the eloquent pronouncements of "Theyyams" performances. The absence of microphones in this era necessitates powerful articulation and explicitness to verbally disarm opponents and gain a psychological edge. The villain's hyena-like cackle chillingly portrays his capacity for betrayal and vengeance. The synergy between Mohanlal and Hareesh Peradi is an absolute delight! Loved the BGM and cinematography!Needless to say, I eagerly await the second part. #LijoJosePellissery #malaikottaivaaliban

'Killers of the Flower Moon' is an American epic crime drama film directed by one of the most energetic personalities on earth, Martin Scorsese and written by Eric Roth. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemons, and Lily Gladstone. The film unfolds the story of the serial murders of members of the Osage Nation in Osage County, Oklahoma, in the 1920s, after oil was discovered beneath their land. The film is a visually stunning craft, but it is also a deeply flawed and disappointing film. Especially if you have a baggages of expectations based on the Master Director's previous movies (Eg. The Irishman). Scorsese's direction is still masterful, and he extracts excellent performances from his cast, led by DiCaprio and De Niro. However, the film is overlong and slow-paced, and it struggles to find a balance between its many genres and themes. One of the film's biggest problems is that it never quite decides what it wants to be. It is a crime thriller, a historical drama, a Western, and a meditation on racism and greed, all rolled into one. This makes it difficult for the film to maintain a consistent tone and focus. Despite its flaws, 'Killers of the Flower Moon' is still an impressive film from one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. It is a must-see for fans of Scorsese and his work, but it is not a film that I would recommend to everyone. Ultimately, whether or not you like the film will depend on your personal preferences. If you are a fan of Scorsese's slow-burning epics, then you will likely enjoy 'Killers of the Flower Moon'. However, if you are looking for a more fast-paced and tightly focused film, then you may be disappointed.

This desktop thriller filmed within restrictions during Pandemic days deserves a pat on the director's shoulder for extracting brilliant performance from the cast blended with web-advancements of these times. Those fast-paced diversions on the screen open up avenues for further experiments in the film industry. It's promising to see F-words being commonly used ignoring pseudo moral invigilators in the society as it shown justice to a few elements of crude realities of cosmopolitan-life. The movie explored a simple story through a novel method of storytelling. This highly engaging movie stands tall as an innovative example of 'thinking out of the excuses' set by the Coronovirus!