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Pramod Thomas
Pramod Thomas is an Indian audio engineer and sound designer from Pandalam, Kerala. He is best known for his work on Hindi and Malayalam films such as Anurag Kashyap's ''Dev.D'' (2009) and Shankar's ''Enthiran'' (2010). After graduating from the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, he started his career in sound simultaneously in the Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil film industry since his debut in the late 1990s. He has worked as sound engineer and/or sound designer for films across the country including Rituparno Ghosh's ''Raincoat'' (2004). He proved his commitment and sound perspective in Tamil and Malayalam films Other films include ''Veettilekkulla Vazhi'' (2011), '' Kismath'' (2018), ''Kaadu Pookkunna Neram'' (2016), ''Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu'' (2017) and ''Eeda ''Eeda'' () is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language romance film written, edited and directed by B. Ajithkumar. The film is a modern take on William Shakespeare's ''Romeo and Juliet'', set in the backdrops ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pandalam
Pandalam is a municipal town in Pathanamthitta district Kerala, India. Pandalam is considered a holy town due to its connection with Lord Ayyappa and Sabarimala. Rightly recognised to be the ''educational and cultural capital of Central Travancore'', Pandalam hosts educational institutions ranging from reputed schools to post graduate, training, Ayurveda, and engineering colleges. There are seven colleges and 23 schools at Pandalam, including N. S. S. College, Pandalam. The Kerala state government plans to make the place a special Township, by including the Pandalam municipality and Kulanada panchayat. The neighborhoods of Pandalam town include Thumpamon, Pandalam Thekkekara (Adoor Taluk), Kulanada (Kozhencherry Taluk), Nooranad, Padanilam (Mavelikkara Taluk), Venmony (Chengannur Taluk).It Is Located 23 km From Thiruvalla City Centre. Trade and Commerce The centuries-old ''Kurunthottayam'' market (now known as the Pandalam market) was one among the largest agricultural m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tamil Cinema
Tamil cinema, also known as Kollywood is a part of Indian Cinema; primarily engaged in production of motion pictures in the Tamil language. Based out of the Kodambakkam neighbourhood in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, it is popularly called ''Kollywood'' - a portmanteau of the words Kodambakkam and Hollywood. The first Tamil silent film, ''Keechaka Vadham'', was directed by R. Nataraja Mudaliar in 1918. The first Tamil talking feature film, ''Kalidas'', a multilingual directed by H M Reddy was released on 31 October 1931, less than seven months after India's first talking motion picture ''Alam Ara''. By the end of the 1930s, the legislature of the State of Madras passed the Entertainment Tax Act of 1939. Tamil film industry established in Madras (now Chennai), then became a secondary hub for Hindi cinema, other South Indian film industries, as well as for Sri Lankan cinema. Over the last quarter of the 20th century, Tamil films from India established a global presence through distri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aedan (film)
''Aedan: Garden of Desire'' is a 2017 Indian Malayalam film directed by Sanju Surendran. The film stars Abhilash Nair, George Kurian, Prasant, Nandini Sree, Sunny, Jojo George, and Dileep Kumar. ''Aedan'' is more of a folktale in its elemental qualities and evocation of eternal human passions. Following the tradition of Indian epic narration, the structure of the film is that of a story within a story. The stories attempt a microscopic examination of human nature. As the story courses through the frustrations of the characters, the idyllic landscape of a beautiful Kerala village takes on diabolic dimensions during night time. The film premiered at the 2017 International Film Festival of Kerala. Synopsis The thread of the story is from the three short stories of S Hareesh - 'Niryatharayi', 'Manthrikavaalu', and 'Chappathile Kolapathakam'. * Hari, a submissive man after meeting Peter (a retired school principal) becomes a man with wild intentions. * Neetu a strong female figure st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Gandhi Murder
''The Gandhi Murder'' is a 2019 historical political thriller film directed by Karim Traïdia and Pankaj Sehgal. It examines the events leading to the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. It stars Stephen Lang, Luke Pasqualino, Om Puri and Vinnie Jones. Plot Set in the fraught aftermath of India’s independence from Britain and the partition of British India into India and Pakistan, the film follows the conflicted — and failed — efforts of three disparate Indian police officers (Stephen Lang, Luke Pasqualino and Om Puri) to act upon intel suggesting that Hindu militants were planning to kill Gandhi ( Jesus Sans), a committed Hindu, for his tolerance of Muslims. Cast * Stephen Lang as D.I.G Sunil Raina * Luke Pasqualino as DCP Jimmy * Om Puri as T.G. * Vinnie Jones as Sir Norman Smith * Vikas Shrivastav as Nathuram Godse * Jesus Sans as Gandhi * Bobbie Phillips as Elizabeth * Mark Moses as Sir Percy Sillitoe * Rajit Kapur as Jawaharlal Nehru * Elissar as Edwina – Seduct ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thottappan
''Thottappan'' (transl: Great-grandfather) is a 2019 Malayalam drama film directed by Shanavas K Bavakutty. It depicts the affection between a girl and her godparent. Plot When his partner in crime goes missing, a small-time crook dedicates himself to raising the daughter his friend left behind. Two small time thieves jonappan and ithaq shares a special bond and lives by doing crooks as demanded by some people. On a certain endeavour in which ithaque was not present, Jonappan goes missing. After the incident Jonappan's wife remains speechless and behaves insensitively to their daughter Sarah which leads ithaq to take care of her as a father, whom she affectionately calls as 'thottapan'(godfather).The subsequent events in the island after the entrance of a strange youngster leads to a touching climax. Cast * Vinayakan as Ithakk *Dileesh Pothan as Jonappan *Priyamvada Krishnan as Sarah *Roshan Mathew as Ismail * Manoj K. Jayan as Fr. Peter *Manju Pathrose as Patricia *Binoy Nam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nayattu (2021 Film)
''Nayattu'' () is a 2021 Indian political survival thriller film directed and co-produced by Martin Prakkat and written by Shahi Kabir. It stars Kunchako Boban, Joju George and Nimisha Sajayan in the lead roles and features Jaffar Idukki, Anil Nedumangad and Hakkim Shajahan in supporting roles. Mahesh Narayanan and Rajesh Rajenndrran edit the film while Shyju Khalid handles the cinematography. Vishnu Vijay composed the original music and background score. Director Ranjith and P. M. Sasidharan produced the film under Gold Coin Motion Picture Company in association with Martin Prakkat Films. The film was released on 8 April 2021 to widespread critical acclaim for its direction and the cast's performances. On October it made shortlist for India's selection for Best International film at 94th Academy Awards Plot Praveen Michael rejoins the police force in a new station as a CPO (civil police officer). A local political goon, Biju, who is related to police officer CPO Sunitha, is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thuramukham (2022 Film)
''Thuramukham'' () is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language period action-drama film directed and filmed by Rajeev Ravi. The screenplay, written by Gopan Chidambaran, is based on the play of the same name by his father K. M. Chidambaran. The film stars Nivin Pauly, Indrajith Sukumaran, Joju George, Arjun Ashokan, Sudev Nair, Manikandan R. Achari, Senthil Krishna, Nimisha Sajayan, Poornima Indrajith and Darshana Rajendran in prominent roles. Premise The story is set in the backdrop of workers' struggles, and protests against the infamous ‘Chappa’ system of casual labour allocation and primitive "work guarantee" scheme that was practiced at the Mattancherry harbour in Kochi during the 1940s and 50s. Metal tokens called Chappa were thrown into the waiting crowds of labourers, where they would fight for the tickets (Chappa). Whoever manages to get one would be given work for the day at the wharves or godowns. The protests against this system had resulted in the police firing and ki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ela Veezha Poonchira
''Ela Veezha Poonchira'' is an Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film directed by Shahi Kabir, who is known for scripting ''Joseph'' and ''Nayattu''. It stars Soubin Shahir, Sudhi Koppa, and Jude Anthany Joseph. The highly critically acclaimed movie produced by Vishnu Venu under his banner Kadhaas Untold. The film was released on 15 July 2022. ''Ela Veezha Poonchira'' is the first ever Malayalam film to be released in Dolby Vision 4K HDR. Plot Madhu, a Poonchira hilltop cop, is returning to duty. The hilltop is frequently struck by lightning, so the patrolling policemen risk their lives to keep visitors out. As Madhu returns to the station, he discovers Venkayam, the policeman already stationed there, is set to leave the next day to go home, while Sudhi, another policeman, is supposed to join. A mother and her two sons visit the location. The woman's late husband was once a police constable stationed there, and she had wished for a long time to visit the place at lea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eeda
''Eeda'' () is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language romance film written, edited and directed by B. Ajithkumar. The film is a modern take on William Shakespeare's ''Romeo and Juliet'', set in the backdrops of political violence in Kannur, north Malabar. Shane Nigam and Nimisha Sajayan play the lead roles. ''Eeda'' was produced by Sharmila Rajaa through Delta Studio, in collaboration with Collective Phase One. The executive producers were TRS Muthukumaar, K.J. Ayyappan, and Sukumar Thekkepatt. Plot The story set in north Malabar region of Kerala. Anand/ Nandu (Shane Nigam) is an MBA graduate who works in an entry-level managerial post in an insurance company in Mysore. While in his hometown in Kannur on leave, he happens to meet Aishwarya/ Ammu (Nimisha Sajayan) who is also a Kannur native and a student in Mysore. They meet on a hartal day and he helps her evade politicians who called for the hartal and drops her home. After a few initial chats and phone calls, they find each othe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu
''Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu'' () is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film written and directed by Ranjan Pramod and produced by 100th Monkey Movies. It stars Biju Menon in the lead role with Aju Varghese and Hannah Reji Koshy playing supporting roles. The songs and background score are composed by Bijibal. The plot follows Baiju, a local sports club patron as he tries to resolve various issues taking place in their village in Kerala. ''Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu'' was released in India on 21 April 2017. The film won three Kerala State Film Awards— Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value, Best Sync Sound (for Smijith Kumar), and Best Child Artist (for Nakshatra). Plot The story revolves around a middle-aged man Baiju ( Biju Menon) who works as a government employee and patron of a local arts and sports club. Cast Production The main production started on 6 October 2016. Release and reception ''Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu'' released on 21 April 2017. Af ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaadu Pookkunna Neram
''Kaadu Pookkunna Neram'' (English: ''When the Forest Bloom'') is a 2016 Indian Malayalam film written and directed by Dr. Biju. The film is produced by Sophia Paul under the film production house, Weekend Blockbusters. It stars Indrajith Sukumaran as a policeman, who is sent into deep jungles to capture the chief of a radical organization, played by Rima Kallingal, but instead finds himself trapped in it. ''Kaadu Pookkunna Neram'' premiered at the Montreal World Film Festival in September 2016. Cast * Indrajith Sukumaran * Rima Kallingal * Prakash Bare * Indrans as School Master * Irshad * Krishnan Balakrishnan * Gopan Karunagapally * Jayachandran Kadambanad Release ''Kaadu Pookkunna Neram'' premiered at the Montreal World Film Festival The Montreal World Film Festival (WFF; french: le Festival des Films du Monde) was one of Canada's oldest international film festivals and the only competitive film festival in North America accredited by the FIAPF (although the Toron ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
