Top Critic Rated Malayalam Movies of 2018
Sudani From Nigeria (MALAYALAM)
Soubin Shahir , Samuel Abiola Robinson , Aneesh G Menon Mashar Hamsa
Director: Zakariya
Soubin Shahir , Samuel Abiola Robinson , Aneesh G Menon Mashar Hamsa
Director: Zakariya
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A delicate tale unexpectedly turns out to be a heart-warming drama that sparkles for good reason. The brimming feel-good emotion that this film exudes is its real essence as it gently reminds us of the power of compassion and harmony. The sublime performances by actors add charm to this smartly executed movie. Read Review
Ee. Ma. Yau (MALAYALAM)
Vinayakan , Chemban Vinod Jose , Dileesh Pothan Bitto Davis
Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery
Vinayakan , Chemban Vinod Jose , Dileesh Pothan Bitto Davis
Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery
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A mind-blowing dark comedy with a tad emotional outburst, 'Ee.Ma.Yau' is an outstanding movie simply due to its sincerity to reality. The magic is such that the amazing performance of actors leaves one spellbound and mesmerizing. It's definitely a unique film with bizarre treatment and theme in recent times. Read Review
This mind-blowing film puts forward a relevant issue along with loneliness of old age. Equally haunting as well as evoking thoughts, this film testifies the acting brilliance of Indrans. Read Review
Udalazham (MALAYALAM)
Anumol , Mani , Ramya Valsala Joy Mathew
Director: Unnikrishnan Avala
Anumol , Mani , Ramya Valsala Joy Mathew
Director: Unnikrishnan Avala
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Inspired by the life of Kerala's only known tribal transgender, 'Udalazham' relates how the youth struggles to transform while responding to the call of his soul. His frantic run for social acceptance and reviving life is poignant. A brilliantly made film that constantly sends shockwaves to its viewers by unravelling reality. Read Review
Carbon (MALAYALAM)
Manikandan R. Achari , Fahadh Faasil , Mamta Mohandas Soubin Shahir
Director: Venu
Manikandan R. Achari , Fahadh Faasil , Mamta Mohandas Soubin Shahir
Director: Venu
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Venu strikes gold again with a film that is littered with strong cinematic layers. It may not have the best of drama or entertainment to keep you hooked, but it has a mischievous and teasing soul that will leave a cerebral afterthought. One that is riddled with a maelstrom of deep, intense theories and ambiguities. Read Review
Kayamkulam Kochunni (MALAYALAM)
Nivin Pauly , Priya Anand , Mohanlal Sunny Wayne
Director: Rosshan Andrrews
Nivin Pauly , Priya Anand , Mohanlal Sunny Wayne
Director: Rosshan Andrrews
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You get only a slice of the eventful life of a compassionate 'thief', who had petrified the rich in the erstwhile Travancore during the 19th century, in 'Kayamakulam Kochunni.' Writers Bobby and Sanjay have deftly tweaked the tale from 'Aithihyamala' authored by Kottarathil Sankunni for the filmic purpose. Yet, it remains an admiringly created and smartly narrated movie by director Rosshan Andrrews. Read Review
The horror of war is powerfully conveyed in 'Bhayanakam' through the pangs of the generation of yore. The visual brilliance and stupendous direction makes it one of the most admiring films that stand out simply for its unique creation. Read Review
Captain (MALAYALAM)
Jayasurya , Anu Sithara , Lakshmi Sharma Deepak Parambol
Director: Prajeesh Sen
Jayasurya , Anu Sithara , Lakshmi Sharma Deepak Parambol
Director: Prajeesh Sen
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This poignant biopic is a befitting tribute to former Indian football captain V.P. Sathyan. 'Captain' usurps all hearts with its astute treatment sans drama and candid portrayal of reality. Read Review
Padayottam (MALAYALAM)
Biju Menon , Anu Sithara , Saiju Kurup Dileesh Pothan
Director: Rafeek Ibrahim
Biju Menon , Anu Sithara , Saiju Kurup Dileesh Pothan
Director: Rafeek Ibrahim
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'Padayottam' is a finely crafted hilarious ride of a group of goons and their follies. It's delightful to watch the evolvement of a comic entertainer from a slender tale with the aid of a refreshing treatment. Read Review
S Durga (MALAYALAM)
Rajshri Deshpande , Kannan Nayar , Arun Sol Baiju Netto
Director: Sanal Kumar Sasidharan
Rajshri Deshpande , Kannan Nayar , Arun Sol Baiju Netto
Director: Sanal Kumar Sasidharan
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It's the contrast between the divine and the real perspectives. A beautiful and bold presentation of a simple theme underlines the filmmaker's craft. Going through the unconventional terrains, this film simply creates stunning and realistic moments. Read Review
Pathira Kaalam (MALAYALAM)
Mythili , Indrans , Irshad Jolly Chirayath
Director: Priyanandanan
Mythili , Indrans , Irshad Jolly Chirayath
Director: Priyanandanan
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It's a highly disturbing film that scans through the sociopolitical landscape of our society, raising myriad questions. A thought-provoking film that aptly gels with the contemporary incidents. Read Review
Koode (MALAYALAM)
Prithviraj Sukumaran , Nazriya Fahadh , Parvathy Thiruvothu Ranjith
Director: Anjali Menon
Prithviraj Sukumaran , Nazriya Fahadh , Parvathy Thiruvothu Ranjith
Director: Anjali Menon
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The ancestral home, which drives the narrative of most of Anjali Menon's films, is nowhere to be seen in Koode. Yet, there is a sense of homecoming and a strong bonding that we all gets to call 'home.' Koode is a heart-warming tale about the importance of relationships in life. Read Review
Joseph (MALAYALAM)
Joju George , Athmiya , Sudhi Koppa Dileesh Pothan
Director: M Padmakumar
Joju George , Athmiya , Sudhi Koppa Dileesh Pothan
Director: M Padmakumar
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Meant for a social cause, 'Joseph' sounds well in the convincing presentation of the eponymous protagonist's personal life. Joju George as a shattered soul makes his mark by stupendously portraying Joseph. Unfortunately, such an intensity and impression is absent in the execution of the plot. Read Review
Mazhayath (MALAYALAM)
Aparna Gopinath , Nandana Varma , Manoj K. Jayan Shanthi Krishna
Director: Suveeran
Aparna Gopinath , Nandana Varma , Manoj K. Jayan Shanthi Krishna
Director: Suveeran
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'Mazhayathu' is a journey into the psyche of a schoolgirl's father, who is framed in the mire of grave charges. The carefully committed imperfection in the plot is the real beauty of this socially-relevant movie. Read Review
Nonsense (MALAYALAM)
Rinosh George , Febia V Mathew , Vinay Forrt Shruti Ramachandran
Director: M C Jithin
Rinosh George , Febia V Mathew , Vinay Forrt Shruti Ramachandran
Director: M C Jithin
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'Nonsense' is not exactly gibberish by any means; instead, it's a well-intentioned simple drama that sheds light on the real purpose of education. The feel is delightful albeit the conflict in the plot appears to be cumbersome only for the teenage protagonist. Read Review
Chandragiri (MALAYALAM)
Lal , Sajitha Madathil , Sunil Sukhada Kochu Preman
Director: Mohan Kupleri
Lal , Sajitha Madathil , Sunil Sukhada Kochu Preman
Director: Mohan Kupleri
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'Chandragiri' shares the eternal pain of a generation that falls victims to the people with vested interests. Albeit the screenplay exposes its glitches, it's undoubtedly a subtle portrayal of a social issue. Truly it's an artistic representation of a haunting tragedy. Read Review
Kaattu Vithachavar (MALAYALAM)
Prakash Bare , Tini Tom , Jayaprakash Kuloor Babu Annur
Director: Satheesh Paul
Prakash Bare , Tini Tom , Jayaprakash Kuloor Babu Annur
Director: Satheesh Paul
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'Kaattu Vithachavar' is an honest attempt to showcase the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of an engineering student in Kerala during the Emergency period. The frugal settings and the specific colour tone being used in the film can be deemed as the major drawbacks. But the screenplay about a real-life incident has its originality and it shies away from filmic embellishments. Read Review
Varathan (MALAYALAM)
Fahadh Faasil , Aishwarya Lekshmi , Sharafudheen Dileesh Pothan
Director: Amal Neerad
Fahadh Faasil , Aishwarya Lekshmi , Sharafudheen Dileesh Pothan
Director: Amal Neerad
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Varathan dwells on the voyeuristic traits of a society, which pries on women, and the protective role men have to play. While Amal Neerad tells the tale with admirable restraint two thirds of the film's run-time, he dilutes its provocation with his usual pet indulgences. Read Review
Aravindante Athidhikal (MALAYALAM)
Vineeth Sreenivasan , Sreenivasan , Nikhila Vimal Shanthi Krishna
Director: M Mohanan
Vineeth Sreenivasan , Sreenivasan , Nikhila Vimal Shanthi Krishna
Director: M Mohanan
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Though predictable and trite, this film is elevated by the soul of the emotional bond between a son and a mother. 'Aravindante Athidhikal' has a feel good feel throughout and it starts as light and innocuous fun before heading to the sentimental conflict zone. Read Review
Queen (MALAYALAM)
Saniya Iyyappan , Eldho Mathew , Dhruvan Salim Kumar
Director: Dijo Jose Antony
Saniya Iyyappan , Eldho Mathew , Dhruvan Salim Kumar
Director: Dijo Jose Antony
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'Queen' redefines the grammar of modern campus films in Malayalam. A host of newcomers proudly shoulder themselves this socially-committed campus thriller. Read Review
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