Jaya Rajan

This is an intriguing attempt and a gripping movie. All the actors performed excellently, but without doubt, Vijaya Raghavan steals the show. The narrative is unique, and the script is beautifully and thoughtfully written, keeping you engaged throughout. While the script is commendable most of the time, there are some obvious plot devices that seem to have been woven in just to advance the story, rather than maintaining an organic flow. I wish these aspects had been addressed - doing so would have undoubtedly made this one of the most brilliant scripts in recent times. (1) When Ajayan has secrets in his past and a father with Alzheimer's, it seems odd that he decides to marry a second time and bring a third person into the equation. There's no background given for the marriage or the events leading up to it. (2) After the incident with the monkey, it's strange that neither Appu Pillai nor Sumadathan bothered to secure the gun. It conveniently ends up back in Chachu's possession. (3) The manner in which the mother struggles with the child to retrieve the gun is uncharacteristic of parents. This scene could have been better executed. The background score deserves special mention as it seamlessly blends into the scenes and adds depth to the movie. All things considered, this is a film that will linger in your mind long after the credits roll.