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second only to T V Chandran’s
                                                                           Susanna. But unlike Susanna,
                                                                           Vasanthi is entwined with a complex
                                                                           structural framework blending the
                                                                           possibilities of an evening street-play
                                                                           along with the multi-layered, non-
                                                                           linear narrative of movie - making. It
                                                                           is indeed a visual experience that on
                                                                           one side denies the Brechtian theory,
                                                                           and at the same time uses the Theory
                                                                           of Alienation for a better cinematic
                                                                           experience. Vasanthi’s script skilfully
                                                                           uses the dramatic elements brilliantly
                                                                           to create an effective visual treatment.
                                                                           The film tickles the pseudo morality
                                                                           and hypocrisy of the Kerala society
                                                                           across all differences, coming to
                                                                           issues like gender equality and
                                                                           safety for women. The film deserves
                                                                           a standing ovation for its brilliant
                                                                           craftsmanship and execution and



                                                                           The film tickles the pseudo
                                                                           morality and hypocrisy of
                                                                           Kerala society





                                                                           His identity as an actor
                                                                           reminds us of the golden
                                                                           era of Bharat Gopi and
                                                                           Nedumudi Venu





                                                                           It is indeed a visual
                                                                           experience that on one
                                                                           side denies the Brechtian
                                                                           theory





            in his previous movies like Ea Ma   that illustrates the jury’s aesthetic   hence the state award could be
            Ou and Aamen, Jellikkettu is much   sincerity and transparency. An off-  admired too.
            ahead than all these, in terms of   beat movie produced by actor Siju
            conceiving and execution.       Wilson, scripted and directed by   This is the second time that Suraj
                                            Shinod Rehman and Shajas Rehman   Venjarammoodu is grabbing the
            Vasanthi is one important decision   is one of the most feminist movies   award for the best actor and I am

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