Chavittu
Chavittu (lit. 'Stomp') is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written, edited and directed by Rahman brothers, Shinos & Sajas.[1] The film is the maiden production of actor Sharaf U Dheen under the banner Sharafudheen & Friends. The members of the Little Earth Theatre troupe based in Malappuram form the major cast of the film.[2] A hybrid of documentary and dramatisation, the film pays homage to the talented and hardworking theatre artists while juxtaposing it with the hypocrisy of the supposed elite society.[3][4]
| Chavittu | |
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| Directed by | Shinos Rahman Sajas Rahman |
| Written by | Shinos Rahman Sajas Rahman |
| Produced by | Sharaf U Dheen |
| Cinematography | Mukesh Muraleedharan |
| Edited by | Shinos Rahman Sajas Rahman |
| Music by | Ajeesh Anto |
Release date |
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Running time | 85 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
The film premiered at the Harbour section of International Film Festival Rotterdam and also got screened at 25th International Film Festival of Kerala in the Malayalam Cinema Today category.[3][5] The film was awarded the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film at 52nd Kerala State Film Awards.[1]
Synopsis
Somewhere in the Indian state of Kerala, a theatre company prepares for its performance during festivities. They arrive early, rehearse their piece, and put the finishing touches to the scenery. This alternates with atmospheric scenes of men rehearsing, singing, and perfecting choreographies at a remote location in nature. In the meantime, the theatre slowly fills with other acts, family, and organisers who sometimes interfere with the theatre group. When evening has come at last, various acts are performed and speeches are given before the group can finally stand in the spotlights.
Cast
- Arun Lal
- Rajesh MP
- Akhil KP
- Mithun Lal
- Suresh K
- Srijesh K
- Abit PT
Awards
- Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Film
- Kerala State Film Award for Best Sync Sound - Arun Asok, Sonu K.P
- Kerala State Film Award for Best Choreography - Arun Lal
References
- ^ a b U R, Arya (28 May 2022). "'Nishiddho' - Tara Ramanujan's take on migrants, wins hearts at Kerala film awards". The New Indian Express.
- ^ M, Krishna Prasad (24 March 2022). "Chavittu provides a perfect homage to drama". Mathrubhumi.
- ^ a b "Chavittu | P&I Selection 2022". IFFR | International Film Festival Rotterdam.
- ^ Kahlon, Sukhpreet (14 May 2022). "Chavittu review: A provocative and captivating satire that pulsates with life". Cinestaan.
- ^ IANS, Mansoor (27 January 2022). "Malayalam film Chavittu selected for Rotterdam film fest". The Siasat Daily.