We conclude our series of Malayalam supernatural films — in this episode, we look at Ennu Swantham Janakikutty, Mayilpeelikkavu, and Bhoothakaalam. Download Episode 18 Episode 18 Highlights: Spoiler Alert! We try to remember to alert listeners to spoilers, but just in case, know that we talk about the films in-depth,…
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Episode 17 sees us continue our journey with Malayalam supernatural films — in this episode, we look at Anandabhadram and Akam. Download Episode 17 (Right-click and ‘Copy Link’, then paste into your podcast app’s ‘Subscribe to feed’ field) Episode 17 Highlights: Spoiler Alert! We try to remember to alert listeners to…
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In this episode, we continue our exploration of the supernatural in Malayalam cinema by looking at two very different faith traditions and how they are depicted, in Sarpakadu/Sarpakavu* and Ezra. *note that this film’s title can be transliterated into English in two different ways, and finding the film might require…
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In Episode 12, we continue our look at Action Films in Malayalam cinema. This time, we look at the two actors who are considered actual action stars: Suresh Gopi and Jayan. Spoiler Alert! We try to remember to alert listeners to spoilers, but just in case, know that we talk…
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Today we start a series of episodes on star kids. We’re looking at nepotism, power structures, and connections (family or otherwise) in the Malayalam film industry, starting with Prithviraj, Kunchacko Boban, and Vineeth Sreenivasan. A reminder that, as always, there are spoilers! Download Episode 7 [00:00:26 ] Introduction of the…
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Today we begin what will be a three episode look at the theme of Urban/City Life, with our examination of director Mathukutty Xavier’s 2019 film Helen. Download Episode 4 We begin with a discussion of Drishyam 2 flowing from the Clubhouse chat organized by The Other Banana podcast. As always,…
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