Vismayam (1998) Review in 2025
Vismayam is a 1998 Indian Malayalam-language mystery thriller film directed by Sibi Malayil, starring Mohanlal, Bhanupriya, and Suresh Gopi. The movie follows a journalist who gets entangled in a murder mystery.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
No, due to mature themes and violence.
CineReview Recommendation
If you enjoy mystery thrillers with a good performance from Mohanlal, then Vismayam is worth watching. However, if you're looking for something more original and suspenseful, you might want to look elsewhere.
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The movie revolves around the story of a journalist, Ravi, who gets involved in a murder mystery while investigating a case. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and conspiracy that leads him to a shocking revelation.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and keeps you hooked, but it's not entirely original. The plot twists are predictable, and the ending feels a bit rushed.
acting8.00/10
Mohanlal's performance is outstanding, and he carries the movie on his shoulders. The supporting cast is also good, but they don't get much to do.
characters6.00/10
The characters are well-developed, but some of them feel a bit one-dimensional. Mohanlal's performance is the highlight of the movie.
direction7.00/10
Sibi Malayil's direction is good, but he could have done more to build tension and suspense. The pacing is a bit uneven at times.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is excellent, with some stunning visuals and clever use of lighting. The camera work is smooth and polished.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging story, good performance from Mohanlal, excellent cinematography.
Cons
Predictable plot twists, uneven pacing, some characters feel one-dimensional.
Notable Quotes
"Aayiram kanavukalil oru kanavu, aayiram kollanukalil oru kollanu."
"Kanavu oru kanavu, kollanu oru kollanu."
