Cast
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Jayasurya
as Pullu Giri
Swathi Reddy
as Veni
Sabumon Abdusamad
as Shyam Rangan
Vijay Babu
as Raman Moorthy
Sudev Nair
as Sudheep Rangan
Raveena Ravi
as Veni (Voice)
Advaith Jayasurya
as Junior Giri
T G Ravi
as Balan
Mallika Sukumaran
as Adv. Rajalakshmi
Indrans
as Murugan
John Kaippallil
as Deja
Gayatri Arun
as Giri's Mother
Valsala Menon
as Veni's Grandmother
Jayaraj Warrier
as Pauly
Manikuttan
as Ali
Crew
Director
- Rajesh Mohanan
Producer
- Vijay Babu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Thrissur Pooram 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 Rajesh Mohanan 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 2019, 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 Thrissur Pooram took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 156 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 206 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 20, 2019
- Runtime: 2h 36m