Moonnamathoral
Moonnamathoral (transl. A third person) is a 2006 Indian Malayalam-language supernatural film directed by V. K. Prakash and written by Rajesh Jayaraman. It stars Jayaram, Vineeth, Samvrutha Sunil, Sherin Shringar, and Jyothirmayi.[1]
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| Directed by | V. K. Prakash |
| Written by | Rajesh Jayaraman |
| Produced by | Benzy Martin |
| Starring | Jayaram Jyothirmai Vineeth Samvrutha Sunil Sherin Shringar |
| Cinematography | Loganathan Srinivasan |
| Edited by | Don Max |
| Music by | Ousepachan |
Production company | Fairy Queen Productions |
| Distributed by | Emil & Eric Digital Films |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
The film was the first Malayalam film to be digitally distributed to theatres via satellite.[2][3] It was also the first Malayalam film to be shot entirely using high-definition (HD) cameras.[4] The film was released on 18 August 2006.
Plot
Two young girls, Anupama and Rahael, rent an old palace and are disturbed by the presence of a strange lady who moves around their place. They are adamant on finding out the truth about her. The palace's manager, also a witchcraft practitioner, is keen to help them. As the girls find it difficult to move forward in their enquiry, the second story begins.
The second story follows when Jeeva, a police officer, falls in love with Bala, who is a budding writer. Their professions intervene with their personal lives, preventing them from any serious romancing prior to marriage. Soon after their marriage, Jeeva receives a job transfer to the high ranges of Idukki. Bala is excited at the prospect, as she feels the salubrious mountain atmosphere will help nurture her writing skills. Jeeva is also looking forward to it, as a perfect opportunity to rekindle their lost romance.
However, despite the positive atmosphere, life at the bungalow soon takes an unexpected twist. Life for the couple turns uneasy, as Bala senses someone, apart from the two of them, inhabiting the bungalow. Haunted by a perpetual paranoia, she wakes up most nights to nightmares. Jeeva, concerned with how their marriage is turning out, finally agrees to investigate. The investigation leads him into the unknown realms of the bungalow's shady past, unravelling a forgotten history, thus leading to a startling realisation of who the "third someone" is.
Cast
- Jayaram as C.I Jeevan
- Jyothirmai as Bala
- Vineeth as Dr. Arun
- Sherin Shringar as Rahael
- Samvrutha Sunil as Anupama
- Murali Menon as Vijayan Menon
- Harisree Ashokan
- Mala Aravindan
- Prem Prakash
- Kunjan
- Ashraf
- Kulappulli Leela
- Maya Viswanath
Production
The new technology was developed by Mumbai-based DG2L Technologies.[3] The digital technology used for the film was provided in Kerala by Emil & Eric Digital Private Limited, a Thrissur-based company. The film was shot primarily at Peerumedu in Idukki.[citation needed]
Soundtrack
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Release
Nearly 80 theatres across Kerala were equipped with digital transponders to receive the film via satellite.[citation needed]
Reception
A critic noted that "V.K. Prakash manages to maintain the tempo of the film and gets the aid of visual and sound effects to maintain the horror effect throughout".[5] Another critic opined that "The highlight of the film is Lokanathan's camera which commenced its terrifying journey and the audio track which assumed a menacing pitch".[6]
See also
References
- ^ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/photo-features/top-horror-movies-in-malayalam/top-horror-movies-in-malayalam/photostory/50159066.cms
- ^ "Digital Film – Moonnamathoral". Official site of the movie. Emil and Eric Digital film. Retrieved 15 June 2006.
- ^ a b . The Hindu. Chennai. 19 August 2006. Archived from the original on 10 December 2006. Retrieved 23 August 2006.
- ^ "Moonnamathoral". malayalamcinema.com. Association of Malayalam Movies Actors. Retrieved 15 June 2006.
- ^ https://www.nowrunning.com/movie/3185/malayalam/moonnamathoral/844/review.htm
- ^ https://www.indiaglitz.com/moonnamathoral-review-malayalam-movie-8596
External links
- Moonnamathoral at IMDb