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Aattam (The Play) blew my mind and gave me so much to think about that I don't have to watch any movies for the rest of the year. I caught this at the 2023 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival yesterday and I'm still thinking about the irony of the plot where 10 men get together to discuss an incident befallen their sole woman colleague of a theatre troupe. It starts by building tension and giving us a peek into the characters and their idiosyncrasies and dynamics. Then it pulls you in with what seems like a group discussion with lots of talking and arguing. I don't know about you, but conversations in films always have my full attention and Aattam, above all, succeeds in doing that. It's so well written and directed that you feel you are part of the discussion. Absolutely seamless, that it also reminded me of Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, another film with the same vein at the fest. It's basically a study of the feeble human nature. The final 30 minutes are sure to blow your mind too. Watch it.

Aattam is an eye opener. Probably the best movie I've seen in years put together. The movie and its direction has mastered the subtle art of tugging your inner conscience. One of those movies that you keep thinking about long after you've seen it. It has definitely changed me as a person. A classic for all times. The scenes in the movie are just so original, it's hard to think of it as a movie than real life itself. The lead actors, all 13 of them, have showed so much justice to their characters. The uniqueness in their individualism is a testimony to world class writing. Aattam is a must watch by everyone, not just Malayalis. Everyone.

Loved this movie ! Film making at its finest - each dialogues, framing, pacing, cinematography, score, acting all are top notch !

The premise is crafted with such panache that everyone and everything is believable. The inner workings, failure and limitations of humans, greed over righteousness, subtle misogyny all are depicted so very well ! All characters are shown barely - it is all shades of grey - there is no hero or villian and victim is not powerless or helpless.

Wonderful and the pre-climax with twist was beautiful and the climax was satisfying !

Highly recommended - much watch for all, who are into serious movies.

A Brilliant attempt with great attention to detail to the screenplay, laced with natural performances providing a real insight into the society and their biases which get exposed when selfish motives are in question A must watch for all movie lovers

The lead actress Zarin has portrayed the emotions of the character in a very subtle yet convincing manner All the cast did justice to their roles

Kudos to the director and writer who keeps up hooked and personally I felt the ending was real good

The name "Aattam" does justice to the whole concept of this movie and it is commendable how each and every character is well written and detailed During the first half you may feel a lack of pace however this is absolutely essential and is balanced by a gripping second half

Overall one of the best movies produced this year by yet again from the Malayalam Industry which is known for its unique, real and heart touching stories !

What a movie and what an experience! I can write thousand things about this movie, it was very engaging for me. The climax gave me goosebumps and I admire the courage of the creators for taking the movie in a new and unique route rather ending it plainly.

There were lots of tension going on throughout the movie and the creators take us through a long journey which never ceases to amaze us. I was constantly focussing on the dialogues of each and every characters to find something but the last few minutes take the movie to a different level which we could never expect and that was pretty surprising for me. This is because we are used to movies ending in a plain manner.

All the characters were fine tuned for the movie. Expecting more movies like this from Mollywood in the future.

A fantastic movie that really takes the dark, self-serving, materialistic human nature and puts it out in broad daylight. This is a great commentary on virtue signalling, hypocrisy, trust, betrayal, hierarchy, and human values.

The writing and the direction are really well done - the movie feels real, and you find yourself getting emotionally invested in the plot. The relatable subject matter also helps in the engagement, and while a movie of this sort often runs the risk of coming across as quite preachy - Aattam never falls into this trap.

But what sets this movie a class apart from the rest is the quality of the acting. Every single cast member has done a phenomenal job. I found myself hating, sympathising with, and being disappointed in the characters at different points through the movie - and the fact that this movie brought out such strong emotions from the audience is testament to the skill with which each actor portrayed their characters.

Overall, this is a movie that makes you think long and hard about what you would have done if you were put in a similar situation, and this leads to some good introspection.

A theater group named Arangu is thriving with the addition of a film actor Hari, who has replaced Vinay to be the play's hero. Anjali is the sole female in the group and the main female lead. To celebrate the success of their play, they are invited to a luxurious hotel. That drunken night leads to sexual molestation of Anjali and she suspects it to be Hari while confiding about it to Vinay. What follows next is the men from the theater group, trying to discuss the possibility of expelling Hari as a retaliation while their hypocrisy, dual faced characters, greed and judgemental behavior gets exposed.

This dialogue heavy gem is yet another addition to the Malayalam cinema that effectively deals with a sensitive story and presents it with exceptional narrative. As the first hour is dedicated to introducing each of these characters and their background, with almost all of them hailing from lower middle class. Vinay and Anjali are in a relationship but he is not ready to make it public using his impending divorce followed by his jealousy towards Hari for losing the hero role in the play. This sets up the story and the subsequent drama to unfold later on.

Adding to this is the mystery of who actually did that heinous act and with the men discussing over various possibilities without firmly taking sides, start exposing their petty nature, until Anjali enters the house to join in on that discussion and I cannot stress enough how effective the scene building is, throughout the film. The dialogues aren't superficial and those lines are sync with their personalities and mindset. The way all of it culminates in that terrific climax, where real world isn't capable of meting out justice, art does. Director Anand Ekarshi on his debut has definitely shown immense promise with his craft and starting with Zarin Shihab, the dozen supporting cast, have given commendable performances.

I Heard a lot about this movie calling it a masterpiece classic ,I don't know why it's so overrated it's a decent one time watch nothing great to laud about .A meeting is called to understand each ones opinion about a incident which happened .From start to finish it's full about reaching to a conclusion and in between it becomes total boring .vinay fort is brilliant in the film the way he has carried the role, direction is also good .screenplay is very average it's full of conversation and takes place almost in the same location .we have the group sitting inside and then going out to discuss on the same topic .I believe the movie could have been trimmed by 20 min and make it 2 hrs which would have been impactful .it's been dragged unnecessarily only showcasing male hypocrisy which becomes irritating after a certain point in the film .it's my honest opinion .

This movie should get 11/10 for its dialogues. It is sheer perfection. The movie stands out as one of the best Indian movie of last 5 years. It's a breath of fresh air to the actual cinema lovers when there is someone out there respecting the art of filmmaking. The movie has shown ways in which a movie can be made without getting bored for even a second.

You all don't waste time reading my review, just go and watch it already. Pure cinema.

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After a theater group's party, their sole actress is subjected to a crime from one of the men. Stories unravel, suspicions surface and clamor ensues as a meeting is called to reach a consensus.

Anand Ekarshi's debut film Aattam offers a unique take on challenging our perceptions of its characters, especially through the lens of Anjali (Zarin Shihab), the lone female member of a drama troupe. The film effectively highlights the internal politics and egos within the group as a scandal unfolds. The film masterfully exposes the fragility of progressive facades, especially regarding women's roles, in a narrative filled with compelling, dialogue-heavy drama. Despite its strong dialogue and insightful critique of male behavior, Aattam ultimately feels like an average film. While it has its merits, the execution doesn't fully live up to the promise, leaving it more solid than extraordinary.

I would not be lying, If I would be calling this the best movie I have ever seen in my life. It jas got multiple layers, exposes a ton of human shortcomings. You will walk out of the theathre with some answers but more questions. Question about yourself, the society, morality, human self-seving nature and what not.... It subtly projects tons of issues that is wrong with the society and yet those issues are not the central theme. It is like an amalgamation of a Agatha christie novel and Refinald Rose writing.

It is a wholesome experience, screenplay, story, direction, acting everything top notch.

Lucky are the ones who would get the oppurtunity to watch this.

I decided to see this movie because it has got the national award for best feature film even though I don't know the language. I was surprisingly kept engrossed and riveted for the duration of 140 minutes despite the fact that the movie was dialogue heavy and with hardly any action. The narrative with the help of subtitles was spell binding and all credit should go the director for creating world class cinema. Comparison with the English language movie " 12 Angry men " is natural and fair. Twelve male stage actors discuss a possible course of action after their female colleague complains of being molested by one of them while she was sleeping after their get together. Discussions among them continue for a long time with each putting forward his views and suggestions. At one point it is unanimously decided to expel the wrong doer but then unexpected developments take place.

Director Anand Ekarshi does a superb job with some fine storytelling and keeps the tempo and suspense going. He is helped by a well knitted screenplay, some artistic cinematography and brisk editing. All actors have done exceedingly well and it is difficult to say who is the best among them. Definitely a movie with all round excellence which needs to be on your" must watch" list.

Some films don't need dramatic twists or loud storytelling to shake you. Aattam does it with silence, with the weight of awkward conversations, with the crushing reality of how women's voices are heard-but rarely believed.

At first glance, the film seems to be about an accusation, a conflict within a theater group. But the more you watch, the more you realize it's about something bigger-how the world reacts when a woman dares to speak up. And as a woman watching it, you don't just see a story unfold; you feel it in your bones.

The Reality of a Woman's World From childhood, we are told things are changing for women. We hear about empowerment, independence, and equal opportunities. But the moment we step out, we learn the truth-it's a man's world, and we are just walking on thin ice, hoping not to fall through.

Aattam captures this unspoken reality with upsetting honesty. When a woman raises her voice, the first reaction isn't support-it's doubt.

"Are you sure this happened?" "Maybe you misunderstood." "Why now?"

We've seen it happen before. We've lived it. The moment a woman challenges the system, the system fights back, not with force, but with whispers, with raised eyebrows, with the slow but steady effort to make her feel small.

The Illusion of Progress is highlighted.

We talk about change. We say women are stronger now, safer now. But the truth is, no matter how far we think we've come, something always pulls us back. Sometimes it's tradition. Sometimes it's fear. Sometimes it's just the world refusing to accept that women deserve to exist without being questioned at every step.

In Aattam, this suffocation is so real, so raw, that you feel it in every frame. The accused gets space to explain, to defend. The woman? She is left to carry the burden of proving, justifying, enduring. Because no matter how much society pretends to listen, deep down, it is still asking: "But what if she's lying?"

Why This Film Stays With You There are no forced speeches in Aattam. No dramatic courtroom moments. Just the everyday, quiet violence that women deal with-the doubt, the isolation, the exhausting need to prove themselves, over and over.

As the credits roll, the question lingers: How much has really changed?

Because at the end of the day, in a world built by men, a woman's truth is always up for debate.

And that is the hardest pill to swallow.

Many films claim sexual assault is a grey area but eventually end up settling for a narrative that's convenient. But this film doesn't yield to that temptation till the last frame.

If 12 angry men was a trilogy with each part conjoined to make a film it would be Aattam (it plays out like a theatre play with 3 acts). Am I comparing this with 12 angry men? No,I am saying Aatam is far better. There are some many beautiful conceits set up in the first half paying off towards the end.

2 main themes that stuck out to me were that the film throws light on why asking questions does not automatically indicate that the survivor is being doubted. Secondly, if a survivor does not want to confront the perpetrator, forcing them to do actually just makes things worse. They are allowed take decisions that may not make sense but they are still entitled to do so. I don't know if I am overthinking or if the director thought through these themes.

It is very rare that a film about sexual assault will not have complaints either from MRAs or feminists. And to do that is no ordinary achievement.

Bottom line: How you respond to sexual assault (survivors/ friends of survivors/ perpetrators) reveals so much about you more than the act itself.

In account to recent events in an prominent industry of artistic performance, this movie says it's story on several perspectives of people on one particular act committed. Gripping us in a mellow way through the after events of the act, all is great in the movie, however it comes to a mellow tone in the craft, the actual and real events were disgusting, unbelievable and the decision making was terrible and downtrodden in nature.

The movie in it's dramatics put everything in front of our eyes. What's true and what's not? Man's moral compass abides in which direction. Does the ultimate truth really matters or truth is just relative in nature?

I had not heard of this movie but had decided to watch it casually. But within few minutes into the movie I was captivated by it's naturality and the story build up. And I was happy with the way the climax was neatly and tastefully done. It makes you think ... isn't this exactly how the society responds to a woman's truth?

It's a movie created with an actual feel rather than other female issue themed movies created just to satisfy critics and activist because what the female lead did to the situation felt realistic rather than made up.

Even though I read afterwards that it's loosely based on 12 angry men, I felt that the movie have a distinct uniqueness that is true to itself.

It brilliantly highlights the fragility of human psyche, illustrating how easily our judgments can be clouded and our thoughts swayed by personal needs and circumstances.

When confusion, dilemmas are commonplace, perspectives tend to lose their significance, ultimately leading to shifts in stances.

Matters of morality, fairness, and the pursuit of true justice loses their weight and 'Aattam' remarkably exposes this inherent vulnerability of human intellect.

Having said that, the movie does fall short in terms of character development. While the screenplay manages to maintain our interest, the characters receive minimal development. And this lack of depth makes it challenging to fully support or oppose any of them.

In a battle of ideals, it was critical to have the opportunity to acknowledge each individual for who they are and the societal segments they came to represent!

Distinctions were necessary in my opinion!

Well well well! Aattam is one of the finest drama in Mollywood. Well written and perfectly executed one. Anand Ekarshi deserves a big applause for this movie. Even with it's simple way of story telling, the movie does makes the audience engaging through out. Apart from few artists, most of them are not a regular mainstream or established actors. But kudos to them, sure that audience has never felt any drawbacks. I feel disappointed to miss this experience in theatre. In the end the director wraps the movie with few interesting questions to the audience. Personally I like those kind of endings in a drama. It is good to leave something for the audience to think of from the movie. If you love dramas go for it. Great work.

Aattam (2024) : Brief Review -

All hail Malayalam cinema for giving us one of the best morally conflicting movies in recent times. Aattam is said to be loosely inspired by the Hollywood masterpiece "12 Angry Men" (1957), but I'd like to disagree. In 12 Angry Men, you know the target, and the conflict is only about turning negative sides into positive ones. The answer is clear and loud at the end, and you also know that the man is innocent. It's just that the men couldn't see it. In Aattam, you have a target at first, but you don't know whether he is really innocent or not. The victim isn't sure either. And the worst is that you don't get an answer at the end. You don't get to know who the real culprit is. Aattam comes with many twists to 12 Angry Men because it is not about finding that one real culprit but is about blame games, greed, and how those 11 other men become bigger moral criminals than the one who has committed the dirty crime. The girl is left shattered but gives a fine answer to all those 11 men, but again, what about the 12th man? The film fails on only that aspect, but it had to fail in that subject to score higher marks in other subjects. That's why it's one of the best morally conflicting films in recent times because it leaves even you, as a viewer, doubtful about your own morals and every single character in the film, including the victim. Malayalam cinema is the best when it comes to content-driven films, and just when I was thinking they weren't delivering great enough content for a few months like they did in the last few years, they came with Aattam and slapped me. This one slap I'd like to take again and again. Aatam could have been a little more pacy in the beginning and more clear about the entire investigation, but again, I feel that intelligent characters don't make cinema intelligent. The characters have to be normal, and then only they will get an intellectual message from it because the majority of audiences belong to the normal IQ section only. Overall, BRILLIANT!

RATING - 7/10*

By - #samthebestest.

When i saw some memes and IMDB ratings I thought its going to be a good watch started watching movie with my friends and i suggested after 10?min og movimy friend asked me, are you going ruin the day ?

I kept giving him hope and end up being disappointed What a waste of time Such a poorly written screen play The plot is actually kind of ok The way they portrayed is such a aweful thinking I dont know how many time they said about the incident happened to a girl Instead of being accused by the co artist She should have gone to police This such a aweful flim i have watched in my life If your time is precious Do not choose to watch this crap I dont know what this director was tbinking about audience And the climax is 🙄

The Malayalam movie AATTAM is a classic which reinstates your confidence in Malayalam cinema and their capabilities. The plot is awesome and the charector portrayed by actors are each peculiar in itself.

Initially one may tend to take the movie casually since it starts off slow only to realise the beauty lies in each and every dialogue of every actor. Simple expression, minimal but well timed background score and complex human relations have been depicted superbly.

The way the story drifts amidst human emotions and greed and how one lie leads to another to ultimately breakdown the truth despite keeping some mystery at the end is simply outstanding. A brilliant work! Kudia to the team AATTAM!

I'm thrilled to write this review of this film since it has such an incredible script, and it allows us to assess our own mentalities. The character development is the central theme of this amazing movie. The tale begins slowly, but you never get bored because of the excellent writing in the conversation and cinematography. In the end, they reveal the truth about us and the environment in which we live, which makes for a really well-written screenplay.

The movie's actual plot revolves around a girl who presents to a group of men's group and something happens to her. Everyone is trying to find out what happened, but nobody is understanding how she feels at the moment or how they are seeing me beyond all of this foolishness. They ended with a well-written dialogue that I won't discuss here. Please watch the film to learn more.