Cast
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Mohanlal
as Sreekumar
Nayanthara
as Reetha Mathews
Mukesh
as Govindan Kutty
Harisree Ashokan
as Gopan
Salim Kumar
as Guhan
K. B. Ganesh Kumar
as Medical college Professor
Kalpana
as Maya
Sukumari
as Hostel Warden
Kaviyoor Ponnamma
as Sreekumar's Mother
Nedumudi Venu
as Dr. Sunny Joseph
Cochin Haneefa
as Nandakumar
T. P. Madhavan
as Hospital Patient
Rizabawa
as Polititian
Abu Salim
as
Jijoy Rajagopal
as Zacharia
Crew
Director
- Fazil
Writer
- Fazil
Producer
- Fazil
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Mystery/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Vismayathumbathu presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Fazil 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2004, 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 Vismayathumbathu took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 149 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 203 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 76 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2004, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 9, 2004
- Runtime: 2h 29m