The "parallel cinema" movement of the 1970s and 80s was heavily influenced by leftist ideologies. Filmmakers like G. Aravindan and K. G. George dissected the social hierarchy and the struggles of the working class. The films of that era often romanticized the agrarian struggle, but they also critiqued the hypocrisies of the upper class.
Kerala is a land of politics. It was the first place in the world to democratically elect a communist government, and political consciousness runs in the veins of its people. Malayalam cinema has fearlessly documented this political journey. www.MalluMv.Diy -Kali -2016- Malayalam TRUE WEB...
Whether you are a seasoned cinephile or a curious traveler planning a trip to "God's Own Country," start with a Malayalam film. Watch 'Kireedam' for the tragedy of middle-class aspirations. Watch 'Ustad Hotel' for the taste of Malabar. Watch 'Jallikattu' for the heartbeat of the jungle. You will find that the screen is the best mirror. The "parallel cinema" movement of the 1970s and