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Joji is a Malayalam crime drama film directed by Dileesh Pothan and written by Syam Pushkaran. Bhavana Studios, Working Class Hero, Fahadh Faasil, and Friends c

Joji Movie Review

Joji Movie Review Malayalam Movie Review
Review for the film " Joji"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 1 Hour 53 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 07-04-2021
OTT Release: 07-04-2021
Genre: Thriller
4.5 / 5.00
3.49 / 5.0

Joji is a Malayalam crime drama film directed by Dileesh Pothan Dileesh Pothan is a prominent Malayalam film actor >> Read More... and written by Syam Pushkaran T Sivakumar is an indian actor and a visual artist >> Read More... . Bhavana Studios, Working Class Hero, Fahadh Faasil Born in 1982, Fahadh Faasil is known for his works >> Read More... , and Friends collaborated to produce the movie. Fahadh Faasil plays the title character, and other significant characters include Baburaj, Shammi Thilakan Son of the late actor Thilakan, Shammi Thilakan is >> Read More... , and Unnimaya Prasad.

Plot

Joji aspires to attain extreme wealth because he is an engineering dropout and the youngest son of a wealthy family. He decides to carry out his plans in response to an unexpected family event motivated by greed and blind ambition.

Star Performance

Fahadh Faasil as Joji did a brilliant job. The story shifts from a man with drooping shoulders and a careless demeanor to a mysterious figure with a sinister motive, then to a cunning assassin. Baburaj (Jomon Panachel) and Unnimaya (Bincy), who subtly convey their inner conflicts as though no one is watching them, stand in stark contrast to Fahadh's narcissistic performance.

Analysis

Shakespeare's play Macbeth served as the story's primary inspiration. In addition to the strong script, the editing and cinematography make the film more compelling. There are some scenes without dialogue because the director wants you to have enough time to get to know the characters and the tone of the movie. Shyju Khalid's cinematography and Justin Varghese's music are exceptional; they signal the emotional and spatial shifts in a meticulously controlled yet expressive way. They create an intriguing sense of disharmony by contrasting the darkness that has settled inside the house with the blue skies and the lush greenery outside. The build-up is good, even though it is a little slow, and it makes us wonder what will happen next, given that many of the main characters have ulterior motives. Even though some of our doubts are genuinely baseless, the film does encourage us to keep our suspicions. There is not enough representation of female characters. The ending was sort of predictable and was powerful enough, as expected.  

What’s There?

  • They maintained the essence of the play in the film.
  • The cast did a great job embodying the characters and impacting the viewing experience.

What’s Not There?

  • The climax was bland and lacked the necessary power.

Verdict

Joji is a thrilling movie with a great script, cinematography, performances, and music. It is a must-watch!


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Joji"?

Thriller


Who directed "Joji"?

Dileesh Pothan


What is the duration of "Joji"?

1 Hour 53 Minutes


When was "Joji" released?

07-04-2021

Cast & Crew


Who is the supporting cast in "Joji"?

Fahadh Faasil

Storyline


What is the plot of "Joji"?

Plot revolves around Thriller, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "Joji"?

4.5


What are the audience ratings for "Joji"?

3.49

Additional


Is "Joji" suitable for all ages?

Yes, it's rated UA


Can I watch "Joji" online?

No, it will be available soon on Amazon Prime Video

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