Cast
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Roshan Mathew
as Tomy, a Golden Retriever (Voice)
Raveena Ravi
as Amalu, a Cocker Spaniel (Voice)
Mahima Nambiar
as Saraswati, Swamy's daughter
Vijay Babu
as Roy
Rohini
as Sumathi
Soubin Shahir
as Karidas / Haridas, an Indie dog (Voice)
Dev Mohan
as Anand
Aju Varghese
as Poovan, a Rooster (Voice)
Saiju Kurup
as Dobermann (Voice)
Ranjini Haridas
as Margret ( Voice)
Indrans
as Senior dog, a Labrador (Voice)
Srikant Murali
as Swamy
Major Ravi
as Special Appearance
Sunny Wayne
as Bruno, a Rottweiler (Voice)
Sanju Sanichen
as Bhasi's boss
Crew
Director
- Devan Jayakumar
Writer
- Devan Jayakumar
Producer
- Vijay Babu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Valatty examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Devan Jayakumar brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2023, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Valatty took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 113 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 171 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2140 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 439 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2023, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 21, 2023
- Runtime: 1h 53m