This is my first time watching a Malyalam film, so take it with a pinch of salt, lol.
Pros : This film is actually quite progressive for it's time. The fights between the siblings are realistic and funny even (different from the normally intense action shown in south indian films.) The depiction of a dysfunctional family and them trying to find warmth in the outside world, despite harsh judgements from the society is moving.
Cons : I found it to be quite slow (maybe because I am used to watching fast -paced films). The plot turned out to be hero vs villain in the end which was a bit cliche (instead of just showing that dysfunctional families can be happy and perfect-on-the-outside family in the eyes of society but living in a restricted and stale environment.)