Cast
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Grace Antony
as Suhra
Indrajith Sukumaran
as Shereef
Sharafudheen
as Thoufeeq
Joju George
as Siraj
Soubin Shahir
as Azad. Sound Recordist in Tele Cinema
Parvathy Thiruvothu
as Haseena (Acting Workshop)
Nasar Karutheni
as Raheem Sahib
Assif Yogi
as Jayan. Cinematographer in Tele Cinema
Mashar Hamsa
as Makeup Man in Tele Cinema
Mamukkoya
as Abukka. Tile Factory Owner
Binu Pappu
as Abukka's Friend at Tile Factory
Abhiram Radhakrishnan
as Abhi. Associate Director in Tele Cinema
Zeenath
as Raheem Sahib's Wife
Neeraja Rajendran
as Thoufeeq's Mother
Shiny Sarah
as Washing Lady
Crew
Director
- Zakariya Mohammed
Writer
- Zakariya Mohammed
- Muhsin Parari
Producer
- Jesna Ashim
- Aashiq Abu
Reviews
Tejas Nair
I lost interest in Halal Love Story (Love Story Per Muslim Law) sometime around the 30th minute but I soon regained it as the messaging became more apparent and the story began to hit me in my feelings. The message - that cinema is not unidirectional - is food for thought, but I am finding it unable to accept or deny it, especially with the concept of halal in cinema hovering above, which is what the film is all about.
Performances are top-notch and I would like to mention Grace Antony (who is top-billed), Sharafudheen, and Joju George for giving some of the best acts seen this year. Music is another area where it excels. But despite all that, this comedy drama reduces itself as a veiled attempt at censoring, which I have a big problem with personally.
Halal Love Story ends up as a half-baked feel-good attempt that depends on metaphors to push a divisive messaging concerning Islam. Although it clarifies that the messaging is only to satiate the sentiments of the few, it comes off as unpalatable and indoctrinate. (Grade D+). TN.
Oct 14, 2020
Thematic Analysis
Halal Love Story represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Zakariya Mohammed 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 2020, 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 Halal Love Story took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 116 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 292 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 38 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- 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: October 15, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 56m
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