This film should top the list of all Indian masterpieces. It deserves a pinnacle point among them. 8.8 is still an insult. It should be at 9.3 considering the quality of finest films like the shawshank Redemption and The Godfather I. It deserves an Oscar for best performances of Mammotty and best story too. It deserves an international recognition for its true portrayal of human ignorance which is itself an universal concern.
Thaniyavarthanam depicts the truth. The true picture of the world around us. It pervades into the non material domain, about how the serene world around us impacts our psyche. The self on one side vs the world on the other is the final war everywhere. Following the world, ignoring the self leads to the same destination and that's the destination of heart- break. Perhaps Balan is on the next position of sacrificial goat, not his brother who choses his self. Perhaps his uncle and family members are standing at the last of that line. It's an assumption though but still sems valid considering the intensity of social ignorance depicted.
Thaniyavarthanam is a multi-layered film. Sibi Malayil shows what happens in the external surface. But the internal happenings are all suggested which is nothing but a dark and horror episode, an episode of gradually degrading responses towards a good man. This very presentation still wins my heart and makes me a hard fan of this movie. The spell-binding presentation, without VFX, about what is going on behind the scenario, is the best part in the film. The various layers of emotionalism, fearfulness, family relationships will bring you down to a place where truth resides, surpassing traditional or religious barriers. Narratives are clean and slow paced which will grip you throughout with it's interesting, genuine and thoughtful characters. A truly umnissable film by all standards but be ready for the shocking climax.
It's a film that will definitely leave an impact on your mind, will make you think about societal psychology plus human psyche, realise the unnecessary colorful traditions that we people generally have in our lives throughout the globe. We all know the output of superstition is always evil but still it's true that we are not free from its hold. Sibi Malayil very brilliantly crafted this idea into a genuine rural story and has implied some depthful insights, regarding psychology, religion and culture. I personally salute the author for giving us such a meaningful and thoughtful story reflecting a wide range of careful studies. Regarding the performance it's a great visual experience with Mammoty and Thilakan together. Mammoty is a saint like figure, ideal for society, who is good in all respects but is targeted by ignorant spirits personified in some people like his uncle, Thilakan, due to his high vulnerability of social attacks. Balan doesn't fit well in those ignorant world but is humble regardless, which finally takes a heavy toll on his life.
The technicals are all top notch, appropriate BGM, excellent performances, influential narratives, clear cut presentations and last but not the least no special effects shadowed by its depthful storyline.
Thaniyavarthanam etymologically and analogically refers to that cycle of heart breaking events that could be related to the human ignorance. It's title is strong and used in a meaningful manner. It deserves a resurrection in 2024 to teach the upcoming generations about humanity and the effects of superstition. It's the only good film in my visual experience that impressed me so far and that too well establishing the negative side of religion. A straight 100 on a scale of 100.
Thaniyavarthanam depicts the truth. The true picture of the world around us. It pervades into the non material domain, about how the serene world around us impacts our psyche. The self on one side vs the world on the other is the final war everywhere. Following the world, ignoring the self leads to the same destination and that's the destination of heart- break. Perhaps Balan is on the next position of sacrificial goat, not his brother who choses his self. Perhaps his uncle and family members are standing at the last of that line. It's an assumption though but still sems valid considering the intensity of social ignorance depicted.
Thaniyavarthanam is a multi-layered film. Sibi Malayil shows what happens in the external surface. But the internal happenings are all suggested which is nothing but a dark and horror episode, an episode of gradually degrading responses towards a good man. This very presentation still wins my heart and makes me a hard fan of this movie. The spell-binding presentation, without VFX, about what is going on behind the scenario, is the best part in the film. The various layers of emotionalism, fearfulness, family relationships will bring you down to a place where truth resides, surpassing traditional or religious barriers. Narratives are clean and slow paced which will grip you throughout with it's interesting, genuine and thoughtful characters. A truly umnissable film by all standards but be ready for the shocking climax.
It's a film that will definitely leave an impact on your mind, will make you think about societal psychology plus human psyche, realise the unnecessary colorful traditions that we people generally have in our lives throughout the globe. We all know the output of superstition is always evil but still it's true that we are not free from its hold. Sibi Malayil very brilliantly crafted this idea into a genuine rural story and has implied some depthful insights, regarding psychology, religion and culture. I personally salute the author for giving us such a meaningful and thoughtful story reflecting a wide range of careful studies. Regarding the performance it's a great visual experience with Mammoty and Thilakan together. Mammoty is a saint like figure, ideal for society, who is good in all respects but is targeted by ignorant spirits personified in some people like his uncle, Thilakan, due to his high vulnerability of social attacks. Balan doesn't fit well in those ignorant world but is humble regardless, which finally takes a heavy toll on his life.
The technicals are all top notch, appropriate BGM, excellent performances, influential narratives, clear cut presentations and last but not the least no special effects shadowed by its depthful storyline.
Thaniyavarthanam etymologically and analogically refers to that cycle of heart breaking events that could be related to the human ignorance. It's title is strong and used in a meaningful manner. It deserves a resurrection in 2024 to teach the upcoming generations about humanity and the effects of superstition. It's the only good film in my visual experience that impressed me so far and that too well establishing the negative side of religion. A straight 100 on a scale of 100.