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''''' Ottaal (The Trap)''''' is a 2015 [[Malayalam film]] directed by [[Jayaraj]] and is an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian writer [[Anton Chekhov]].<ref name="YTalkies">{{cite news|last1 = |title = ‘OTTAAL’: JAYARAJ ADAPTS CHEKHOV’S STORY|url = http://www.ytalkies.com/mollywood-film-news/ottaal-jayaraj-adapts-chekhovs-story|accessdate = 2 November 2015|publisher = YTalkies|date = 16 February 2015}}</ref> This film stars Ashanth K Sha and Kumarakom Vasudevan, as well as actors [[Shine Tom Chacko]] |
''''' Ottaal (The Trap)''''' is a 2015 [[Malayalam film]] directed by [[Jayaraj]] and is an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian writer [[Anton Chekhov]].<ref name="YTalkies">{{cite news|last1 = |title = ‘OTTAAL’: JAYARAJ ADAPTS CHEKHOV’S STORY|url = http://www.ytalkies.com/mollywood-film-news/ottaal-jayaraj-adapts-chekhovs-story|accessdate = 2 November 2015|publisher = YTalkies|date = 16 February 2015}}</ref> This film stars Ashanth K Sha and Kumarakom Vasudevan, as well as actors [[Shine Tom Chacko]] and Sabitha Jayaraj.<ref name="The Hindu">{{cite news|last1 = |title = When a photo inspired a film|url = http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kozhikode/when-a-photo-inspired-a-film/article7030356.ece|accessdate = 2 November 2015|publisher = The Hindu|date = 27 March 2015}}</ref> It became the first movie in [[India]] to be released online on the same day as its theatrical release.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/ottaal-to-have-simultaneous-release-in-theatres-online-115110501216_1.html|title='Ottaal' to have simultaneous release in theatres, online|publisher=[[Business Standard]]|date=5 November 2015|accessdate=5 November 2015}}</ref> The film made history, becoming the first ever Malayalam movie to have swept all the top awards in the 20-year history of the [[International Film Festival of Kerala]].<ref name="Malayalam Manorama Online">{{cite news|last1 = |title = Jayaraj's 'Ottaal' sweeps top honours|url = http://english.manoramaonline.com/in-depth/iffk-2015/iffk-news/iffk-2015-ottaal-jayaraj-suvarna-chakoram-award-kerala-film-festival.html|accessdate = 22 November 2015|publisher = Manorama Online|date = 11 November 2015}}</ref> The film was one of four [[Malayalam films]] selected to be a part of the ''Indian Panorama'' at the [[International Film Festival of India]] in [[Goa]] in November 2015.<ref name="New India Express">{{cite news|last1 = |title = Four Malayalam Films to be Screened at International Film Festival|url = http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/Four-Malayalam-Films-to-be-Screened-at-International-Film-Festival/2015/11/04/article3112335.ece|accessdate = 4 November 2015|publisher = New Indian Express|date = 4 November 2015}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 18:38, 4 February 2016
| Ottaal (The Trap) | |
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 Theatrical Poster | |
| Directed by | Jayaraj |
| Screenplay by | Joshy Mangalath |
| Story by | Joshy Managalath |
| Cinematography | M J Radhakrishnan |
| Edited by | Ajithkumar B |
| Music by | Kavalam Narayana Panicker |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Qube, Reelmonk |
Release date |
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Running time | 81 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Languages | Malayalam, English |
Ottaal (The Trap) is a 2015 Malayalam film directed by Jayaraj and is an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian writer Anton Chekhov.[1] This film stars Ashanth K Sha and Kumarakom Vasudevan, as well as actors Shine Tom Chacko and Sabitha Jayaraj.[2] It became the first movie in India to be released online on the same day as its theatrical release.[3] The film made history, becoming the first ever Malayalam movie to have swept all the top awards in the 20-year history of the International Film Festival of Kerala.[4] The film was one of four Malayalam films selected to be a part of the Indian Panorama at the International Film Festival of India in Goa in November 2015.[5]
Plot
This film tells the story of a young boy (Ashanth K Sha) and his relationship with his grandfather (Kumarakom Vasudevan), his only living relative in the world. Actor Kumarakom Vasudevan is a fisherman in real life, whom Director Jayaraj found during his hunt for actors to play the role. Shine Tom Chacko’s character, Mesthri, also has a pivotal role in the story.[6] Ottaal is an adaptation of one of Anton Chekhov’s timeless works, Vanka. A story of the 18th century, but one that has travelled the time and space to be retold in the present day at a small village in the South of India.
Soundtrack
The film has one song 'Aa Manathilirrunnu', composed by Padma Bhushan Kavalam Narayana Panicker.[7]
Release and Reception
The film was released in theaters in Kerala on 6 November 2015 and online on the same day, making it the first Indian film to be released simultaneously in theaters and on the Internet.[8][9][10][11]
Accolades
| Award / Film Festival | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Film Awards (India)[12] | Best Screenplay Writer (Adapted) | Joshy Mangalath | Won |
| Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation | Ottaal | Won | |
| Kerala State Film Awards[13] | Best Film | Jayaraj | Won |
| Mumbai Film Festival[14] | Golden Gateway of India Award | Ottaal | Won |
| Film for Social Impact Award | Ottaal | Won | |
| International Film Festival of Kerala[15] | Suvarna Chakoram (Best Film) | Ottaal | Won |
| Best Film - International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI) jury | Ottaal | Won | |
| Best Malayalam film - Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema (NETPAC) jury | Ottaal | Won | |
| Rajatha Chakoram - Audience Prize | Ottaal | Won |
References
- ^ "'OTTAAL': JAYARAJ ADAPTS CHEKHOV'S STORY". YTalkies. 16 February 2015. Retrieved 2 November 2015.
- ^ "When a photo inspired a film". The Hindu. 27 March 2015. Retrieved 2 November 2015.
- ^ "'Ottaal' to have simultaneous release in theatres, online". Business Standard. 5 November 2015. Retrieved 5 November 2015.
- ^ "Jayaraj's 'Ottaal' sweeps top honours". Manorama Online. 11 November 2015. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Four Malayalam Films to be Screened at International Film Festival". New Indian Express. 4 November 2015. Retrieved 4 November 2015.
- ^ "'Ottal' is more than an environmental film: Jayaraj". Manorama Online. 30 March 2015. Retrieved 2 November 2015.
- ^ "Ottaal Multiple Award Winning Movie Review". Saj Media. 8 November 2015. Retrieved 10 November 2015.
- ^ "Exploring online market for movie release". The Hindu. 4 November 2015. Retrieved 4 November 2015.
- ^ "Ottaal releasing this Friday". JanmaBhumi Daily. 5 November 2015. Retrieved 5 November 2015.
- ^ "Malayalam film Ottaal to release in theatres, online on same day". 5 November 2015. Retrieved 5 November 2015.
- ^ "'Ottaal' First Indian Film to be Released Online in Real-time". 6 November 2015. Retrieved 8 November 2015.
- ^ "National Awards: Kangana Ranaut Collects Best Actress Award". NDTV. 3 May 2015. Retrieved 3 November 2015.
- ^ "Kerala State Film Awards 2014 - Winners List". Now Running. 10 August 2015. Retrieved 3 November 2015.
- ^ "JIO MAMI 2015: 'Haraamkhor', 'Chauthi Koot' bag top honours; complete list of winners". IB Times. 6 May 2015. Retrieved 8 November 2015.
- ^ "Malayalam film 'Ottaal' sweeps all awards ar International Film Festival of Kerala". DNA India. 11 May 2015. Retrieved 22 November 2015.