2018

Today, when cinema is being used to promote hate and divisiveness, this movie comes as a breath of fresh air. This is the Real Kerala Story where Everyone is a Winner.

Not enough praise can be showered on this wonderful piece of cinema.

Based on the real life devastating floods in Kerala, the movie takes the viewer on a journey through the tough times faced and bravery of those who rose to the occassion to help their fellow beings. There's nothing preachy in the film. Everything is subtle.

The performers seem real and relatable. There are no 6-pack ab heroes. No running around trees. Every character has a role to play and they all come together in a production of cinematic brilliance.

The screenplay is very well crafted. Creating a multi-dimensional story that has complex characters, along with engaging dialogue that involves the viewer right from the beginning.

The cinematography is breath-taking, the production design and art direction create an authentic world. The editing maintains the pace of the movie and the background music is top-notch. Should be among director Jude Anthony Joseph's finest work.

It's available in a few languages on SONY PIX. But my preference was watching it with Malayalam audio and English subtitles.

Based on the 2018 Kerala floods, the film narrates an incredible story involving rescue of the civilians who were unaware of the severity of the situation rendering even the government helpless. The timely intervention from the local fishermen help the incredible rescue mission. 2018 - Everyone is a hero and that is what the film succeeds in portraying.

The film is entirely driven through human emotions and for a disaster survival film, it has quite a generic screenplay with noticeable foreshadowing throughout the first half. What works is how honest the characters are and how real the terrible scenario is. With too many characters, couple of them and their sub plots take a hit, making one wonder they could've been dealt better.

Since the focus of the second half is entirely on the floods and the rescue mission, the director succeeds in elevating the second half perfectly while the bunch of good actors ranging from Tovino Thomas to Indrans deliver superbly. The effective 2nd half is what makes this movie a must watch. I was not too impressed by the visuals in the trailer but the final outcome is chilling enough.

"2018" is a cinematic triumph that tells an emotional story of the Kerala floods and the way humanity came together in the face of devastation. This is an outstanding movie that delivers an immersive and unforgettable viewing experience, with exceptional sound design, top-notch acting, stunning cinematography, and expert direction.

The screenplay is brilliantly crafted, presenting a multi-dimensional story with complex characters and engaging dialogue that draws the audience in from the first scene. Director, Jude Anthony Joseph, showcases exceptional direction throughout the film, expertly weaving together the different elements of the story to create a captivating and emotionally charged narrative.

The cinematography is breathtaking, capturing the scale and impact of the floods with remarkable accuracy. The camera work showcases the beauty and destruction of the floods, drawing the audience in and making them feel like they're experiencing the tragedy firsthand. The editing is seamless, maintaining the pace of the story and ensuring that the audience is fully invested in the narrative.

The production design and art direction are remarkable, creating an authentic and immersive world that perfectly captures the destruction caused by the floods. The attention to detail is impressive, from the ruined buildings to the debris-strewn streets, everything is realistic and perfectly captures the feeling of chaos and loss.

The acting is top-notch, with every member of the cast delivering an exceptional performance. The actors expertly portray the range of emotions experienced by those affected by the floods, capturing the heartbreak, resilience, and hope that define the human experience in the face of tragedy.

Overall, "2018" is one of the best survival thrillers to ever come to the big screen. It's a powerful and moving story that highlights the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The exceptional sound design, expert direction, outstanding acting, and breathtaking cinematography all come together to create an unforgettable cinematic experience. This is a must-see film for anyone who loves great storytelling and exceptional filmmaking.

Personal Rating 8/10

This type of movies come after many years, Just f#ck the Fake & Propagandist KERALA STORY, Watch This Real KERALA STORY, where everyone will get social message. The first half of the movie was average, but the second half is really engaging. The movie has been presented in a very professional way. You will be emotionally attached to every character in the movie before the climax. The movie had great cinematography with direction. All the lead characters including Tobino Thomas gave their best delivery, which looked very natural.

Overall, its a must watch movie for all. Don't dare to miss this.🔥

I saw this few days back. To be honest I wasn't even aware that such a movie existed. It was only when this was sent as an official entry from India n it was all ov the news, that I came to kno of its existence. Maybe the movie wasn't advertised or marketed well.

It is such an awesome movie that I find it a crime that this movie wasn't known to me.

The movie is about the 2018 Kerala floods n how people helped total strangers, showcasing that humanity exist specially in the southern states of India otherwise the cow belt n other regions in India are notorious for Christians, Muslims n Dalits persecutions.

The background song is very touching n the background music is mesmerizing.

The character Anoop will stay with u for a long time. So will the fisherman family n Nixon.