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The makers were definitely trying to make an experimental attempt to mix the genres of horror and investigation. And, well, the experiment was a success in the sense it was successfully able to prove that, "this mode of mixing wont work out very well".

. The first quarter was able to produce some genuine fear, effectively, making the "horror movie" part a partial success. But everything else... Meh.

. The story was... 'not bad'. But it was definitely not good enough to make us very curious about what is to come. No.

. The screenplay. I would say that is where it went the worst. Almost every word sounded artificial and the struggle of the actors to make it sound natural was evident throughout the movie.

. And finally, the worst, I would say, was the climax. There was a funny attempt to make a dark mood with some blood, killing scenes and "heavy metal" music. It was clear what they were trying to accomplish there. And no, it didn't work out. That scene effectively stood out as the worst. I am not sure what went wrong. (My best guess is that the scene setting failed there. Camera, acting, and the ambience didn't match with the mood they wanted with the metal music).

. VERDICT : Go ahead, watch it if you have time to spare. This doesn't have to be discouraged, for sure. Experiments, irrespective of failure or success, should be welcome. At least they didn't try to repeat the proven recipes to make it a successful project. And the technical sides make it, watchable. Cinematography is good. Sound effects are good. And acting was... Well, there was not much they could do with this script. So, no complaints there.

This is definitely not the first movie to address the themes of gender inequality, gender discrimination, or "the homemaker woman" in Malayalam. It has always been a favorite topic for makers of family movies. But what makes this movie different is that, here the theme is not diluted for sake of giving balanced message. This movie shouts the message it says. Loud and clear. . It starts with the scene of an arranged marriage. From that moment, a beautiful mode of storytelling is set. The viewer witnesses visuals that happen everywhere in a traditional family and just by inviting attention to the places which needs attention, it is made clear what is wrong with it. It doesn't have the typical "suppressed woman" ingredients. The husband doesn't slap her. She is not shouted on. All that we see are the real raw things that happen typically, and still, the viewer will clearly understand what is wrong with all this. . Regarding the experience of watching the movie, the sound effects and camera work is exceptionally worth noting. It shows us that the art of cinematography is not just about making eye candy visuals. It is almost the opposite. Visuals are presented raw to us. . The actors comply very well with the standard set by the other aspects of the movie. Overall, it is definitely worth a watch and in my opinion, it is worth even forcefully showing someone if the situation demands.