Cast
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Mohanlal
as Devaraja Prathapa Varma
Mammootty
as Adv. Ramesh Nambiar
Suresh Gopi
as Antony Punnekkadan I.P.S
Jayaram
as Dr. Vinod Bhaskar
Dileep
as Karthik Varma
Bhavana
as Ashwathy Nambiar
Indrajith Sukumaran
as Arun Kumar
Siddique
as Madhava Menon
Manoj K Jayan
as Mahindran
Shammi Thilakan
as Ganeshan
Vijayaraghavan
as Balan Menon
Madhu
as Rtd. Justice Vishwanatha Menon
Mukesh
as C.I Jayachandran Nair
Kalabhavan Mani
as Pappachan
Karthika Mathew
as Alice
Crew
Director
- Joshiy
Writer
- Siby K Thomas
- Uday Krishna
Producer
- Dileep
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Romance/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Twenty 20 distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Joshiy 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 2008, 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 Twenty 20 took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 165 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 195 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1380 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 75 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Twenty 20 shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike A Streetcar Named Desire, which focuses more on action than character development, Twenty 20 subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like V for Vendetta and Face/Off explore similar territory, Twenty 20 stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: May 11, 2008
- Runtime: 2h 45m
- Revenue: $4,800,000
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