Nalpathiyonnu

One of Lal Jose's weakest, Nalpathiyonnu (Forty-one) flip-flops between being an an active satire that poses the right questions about faith and an aimless drama that induces boredom in the viewer while eventually trying to describe man's vices and his ignorance about them with a little bit of help from rationalist ideas central of which is a naive middle-aged man (Biju Menon) who sees himself as the ideal man. TN.

"Nalpathiyonnu" 41 Malayalam movie.

Movie belonging to satire genre.... interlacing politics, atheism and family affairs to give a full drama.

Biju Menon as Ullas, the hard core left activist with his atheist ideas trying to bring about social changes, suited well into the character. Saranjith, as Vava Kannan, the party-goon alcoholic, whose life events, lead the story.

Even though the original plan had lots of interesting events going on, the screenplay failed to knit these events well, for a smooth presentation.

Kannur party village to Sabarimala, the trip is interesting, Director has taken extra precautions, not to hurt any parties nor any religions sentiments.

6 on 10 for a atheistic logics.

Many characters, including the heroine is loosely knitted, director should be more careful. Even though Ullas is the hero of this presentation, the story belonged to Vava Kannan... his life, his problems, his alcoholic excursions. Saranjith has definitely did well his role as an addict.

For a Lal Jose movie, below PAR. ' Sorry.

An atheist accompanies an alcoholic ward on a journey to Sabari Mala. He witnesses a stampede and experiences another tragedy at this famous Hindu place of worship. He comes back a changed man with a little more understanding about the ways of the believers.

What a ridiculous premise for a film made in 21st century India.

Alcoholism and atheism are the least of India's problems. It is extreme religiosity as a result of organized religion that is destroying this country. How many alcoholics in India declare openly that they are alcoholics? In Kerala, they tried to introduce alcohol prohibition in 2014. Also, who are the prominent Indian atheists like Hitchens or Sam Harris? There are none. In fact, some of them like Kalburgi were murdered over the last few years.

But the religious folk, led by the Hindu fundamentalists march on in 21st century India. Yet, this film suggests the atheist must understand the point of view of the believer.

How about believers try to understand the point of view of alcoholics and atheists?

Debutant young scriptwriter Prageesh P.G. Has captured our heart's through his highly anticipated move Nalpathionnu(41). A move with an out of the norm subject, stemming from current affairs. The story follows an atheist making a pilgrimage solely to better the life of his friend, however ends up realizing that humanity supersedes all. It is appreciable of Lal Jose for selecting a different story line for his 25th film and he has done a magnificent job with it. Stunning visuals of Shabarimala by cinematographer S.Kumar is a very notable aspect of this movie. Also Bijibal's incredible music has created and enhances the total mood of this move. Definitely a must watch move for all age groups.

Wonderful movie, khudos to all... Highly sensitive but wonderfully directed without hurting any