If you’re new to South Indian cinema beyond Bollywood, you’re in for a treat. Malayalam cinema (affectionately called Mollywood) is widely regarded as one of India’s most innovative and realistic film industries. But to truly enjoy its films, it helps to understand a little of the culture behind them.
The 1970s and 1980s are often referred to as the Golden Age of Malayalam cinema. During this period, filmmakers like Adoor Gopalakrishnan, K. G. Sankaran Nair, and I. V. Sasi created films that were critically acclaimed and commercially successful. Films like Adoor Gopalakrishnan's Swayamvaram (1972), K. G. Sankaran Nair's Urashima (1971), and I. V. Sasi's Daktharina (1975) showcased the artistic and technical excellence of Malayalam cinema.
If you’re new to South Indian cinema beyond Bollywood, you’re in for a treat. Malayalam cinema (affectionately called Mollywood) is widely regarded as one of India’s most innovative and realistic film industries. But to truly enjoy its films, it helps to understand a little of the culture behind them.
The 1970s and 1980s are often referred to as the Golden Age of Malayalam cinema. During this period, filmmakers like Adoor Gopalakrishnan, K. G. Sankaran Nair, and I. V. Sasi created films that were critically acclaimed and commercially successful. Films like Adoor Gopalakrishnan's Swayamvaram (1972), K. G. Sankaran Nair's Urashima (1971), and I. V. Sasi's Daktharina (1975) showcased the artistic and technical excellence of Malayalam cinema. If you’re new to South Indian cinema beyond