An emotional journey
Am Ah
Review
Stephen, a road contractor, arrives in a remote area of Idukki to oversee construction. The film opens with scenic views of the hilly region near Kavantha, a popular tourist spot.
As a contractor, Stephen harbours secrets, hinted at through his body language as he visits various places.
His interactions with a local poet and an elderly character, played by TG Ravi, suggest there’s more to his story. By the end of the first half, suspense builds, leaving the audience eager for the second half.
The theme of motherhood becomes more prominent in the second half, focusing on Ammini Amma (Devadarshini ) and her child in the village. Stephen’s investigation into their story drives the plot, uncovering a missing person case and the truth behind it.
Directed by Thomas Sebastian, with a runtime of nearly two hours, the film features some thrilling moments but ultimately concludes as a heartfelt emotional drama.
Written by Kaviprasad Gopinath, the movie explores multiple themes, including surrogacy, motherhood, and an investigation. The plot touches on the emotional bonding between a mother and her baby, and the painful reality of couples abandoning their children.
Dileesh Pothan plays the lead role of Stephen, and the story unfolds through his character.
Devadarshini Chetan plays Ammini Amma, a key character shrouded in mystery. Her portrayal of an elderly mother adds depth to the role. Jaffer Idukki portrays the panchayat member in a typical role for him.
Other actors, including TG Ravi, Meera Vasudev, and Mala Parvathy, have small but decent roles.
Music is a major highlight of the film, with Gopi Sundar delivering a strong background score and soundtrack.
The cinematography by Anish Lal RS stands out, especially in the “Kavantha” scenes and the night shots. Rest of the technical aspects of the movie are good as well.