Trivandrum Lodge

Giving a 10 to balance the imbd score. This is one such movie which takes a bold attempt to convey adulthood. Even though there are flaws in the movie, the cinematography is something which needs to be lauded. Right from the start which begins with the piano being played to the end of the movie, everything is beautifully captured. Moreover this movie was breakthrough for actors like Saiju Kurup & Thesni Khan.

So, after Molly Aunty Rocks! debacle, I was sitting beside my sister and mother in a theater only to experience ennui till the interval. After that, I was angry.

The movie tells you different stories but doesn't conclude anything. People have acted well, but the plot is too complicated to understand or too simple to perceive. Many unanswered questions go haywire and Anoop Menon should have taken care of it. Mind you, watch this movie only at your own risk.

Non-vegetarian (Indian term for indecent language and meanings) jokes are too many and at times you may feel embarrassed. But they try hard to tickle your bone. Jayasurya is the only comedian in this movie but his character loses pace to the end.

Trivandrum Lodge does not have much to deliver and is just like another story, which if you miss, you won't regret.

Alternative recommendation: Ustad Hotel or Ee Adutha Kalathu...

The film Trivandrum Lodge is a cinematic work belonging to the romantic drama genres, directed by V K Prakash.

The film's narrative is focused on a lodge named Trivandrum Lodge and the lives of its inhabitants, with the film's storyline tracking the continuous lives of these individuals. The lodge was owned by a businessman named Ravi Shankar, who had a son named Arjun. The lives of these characters are intricately woven into the film's narrative. One of the inhabitants is Abdu, portrayed as an innocent character who faces significant challenges in his personal life. The narrative then introduces a young woman who becomes a central figure in the lives of the inhabitants. The narrative then shifts its focus to the interactions between the inhabitants and this new arrival. Abdu himself becomes embroiled in a serious relationship with her, and it is only at the film's conclusion that the viewer learns of the legal status of the lodge, which is revealed to have no such documentation. The narrative culminates in a climactic scene featuring the intervention of someone.

The narrative was of substandard quality, and the direction was unconventional, with a lack of cohesion throughout the film and no engaging moments. The performances were average, and the musical scores were the most commendable aspect of the film. However, it is not recommended for one time watching.

I avoided watching this movie for long after a friend had given it to me as a present simply because it did not seem to be interesting material. However, one day I happened to put this on and indeed found myself thanking my stars later. The film starts off slowly but once all characters have been introduced, it is a wonderful and engaging ride. The humour is vulgar and crass but funny, every scene is a show-stealer and all the actors are having a ball which can be seen from the charm the movie exudes. Special mention to the child actors, Saiju Kurup and Anoop Menon. Honey Rose looks good too in a deliciously crafted strong woman centric role. Do give it a try, you will not repent your decision. (Watch the film to understand why the heading of this review was named so)

It would be unfair to compare V K Prakash' latest offering 'Trivandrum Lodge' with his earlier 'Beautiful'; both are entirely different films. 'Trivandrum Lodge' may not appeal to as many people as did 'Beautiful' and the family audience may mostly keep away, but there is no denying the fact that the film is good.

There may be critics who'd want to dismiss the film as just another deliberate attempt at the so-called 'new generation cinema' and would thereby tend to overlook the film's plus points. Well, I won't bother about the format as long as the film is good. Why should I?

This movie is different, bold, well-scripted, well-directed and with good performances. Watch it but not with your family.