Ammu (2022) Review in 2025
Ammu is an intense drama that dives deep into the struggles of a woman facing domestic abuse and her fight for justice. It’s emotional, powerful, and quite realistic.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
It's watchable with family, but considering its intense and sensitive themes of domestic abuse, it might be uncomfortable for younger audiences.
CineReview Recommendation
It's worth watching once for its message, but it’s better suited for streaming than theaters.
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Ammu follows the journey of a woman named Ammu as she experiences domestic violence from her husband, who is a police officer. She takes extreme measures to gain her freedom, eventually seeking justice and exposing the truth.
Review Details
story7.00/10
A bold and engaging story tackling a tough social issue, but it feels stretched at points.
acting7.50/10
Aishwarya Lekshmi delivers a strong performance, but others, including Naveen Chandra, feel one-dimensional.
characters6.00/10
Ammu's character is well-developed, but the supporting cast lacks depth and fails to leave a mark.
direction6.00/10
Decent direction with some powerful moments, but the pacing is inconsistent.
cinematography7.00/10
The visuals are solid, especially in capturing the emotions of the protagonist, but nothing groundbreaking.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Strong central performance and a bold theme that brings awareness to domestic abuse.
Cons
Pacing issues and some weak character development make it hard to stay engaged throughout.
Notable Quotes
"‘Courage is when you have nothing left but your own will.’"
"‘Sometimes, silence is the loudest scream.’"
