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Kalikkalam
1990·Movie
Kalikkalam fingerprint
High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Some sharp wit and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Crime and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Kalikkalam is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Emotionally, it's hopeful and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumCrime and mystery
Its world is built around crime and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Mammootty plays the role of a burglar who is known by different names in different places.He is a kind person and uses the money burgled to help poor and orphans. During one of his burglaries, he happens to witness a murder for which a police officer named Shekharan is falsely accused. He helps Shekharan to prove his innocence.
Crime ThrillerUndercover JusticeMoral AmbiguityHeroic BurglarMalayalam CinemaSocial JusticeInnocence ProvenKindness and Crime
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Is Kalikkalam worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kalikkalam rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Kalikkalam?
2 h 8 min
Kalikkalam runs 2 h 8 min.
What language is Kalikkalam in?
Malayalam
It was made in Malayalam. Produced in India.