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''''' Ottaal''''' (English: ''The Trap'') is a 2015 Indian [[Malayalam film]] directed by [[Jayaraj]], an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian author [[Anton Chekhov]].<ref name="YTalkies">{{cite news |
''''' Ottaal''''' (English: ''The Trap'') is a 2015 Indian [[Malayalam film]] directed by [[Jayaraj]], an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian author [[Anton Chekhov]].<ref name="YTalkies">{{cite news|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]], Sabitha Jayaraj and Thomas G. Kannampuzha.<ref name="The Hindu">{{cite news|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> |
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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 |
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|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|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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==Plot== |
==Plot== |
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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.<ref name="Manorama Online">{{cite news |
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.<ref name="Manorama Online">{{cite news|title = 'Ottal' is more than an environmental film: Jayaraj|url = http://english.manoramaonline.com/entertainment/interview/jayaraj-national-award-film-ottal-is-more-than-an-environmental-film.html|accessdate = 2 November 2015|publisher = Manorama Online|date = 30 March 2015}}</ref> ''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. |
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==Soundtrack== |
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The film has one song 'Aa Manathilirrunnu',<ref name="Aa Manathilirrunnu video song- Youtube">{{cite news |
The film has one song 'Aa Manathilirrunnu',<ref name="Aa Manathilirrunnu video song- Youtube">{{cite news|title = Ottaal Multiple Award Winning Movie Review|url = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAv4Ou03lAo/|accessdate = 10 November 2015|publisher = Youtube|date = 8 November 2015}}</ref> composed by Padma Bhushan [[Kavalam Narayana Panicker]].<ref name="Ottaal Multiple Award Winning Movie Review">{{cite news|title = Ottaal Multiple Award Winning Movie Review|url = http://www.sajmedia.in/reviews/ottaal-review/|accessdate = 10 November 2015|publisher = Saj Media|date = 8 November 2015}}</ref> The background score composed by [[Sreevalsan J. Menon]] was praised by the jury when the film won the crystal bear at the Berlin festival 2016.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/malayalam-film-wins-crystal-bear-at-berlinale/article8263067.ece|title=Malayalam film wins Crystal Bear at Berlinale|publisher=The Hindu|date=21 February 2016|accessdate=21 February 2016}}</ref> |
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==Release and reception== |
==Release and reception== |
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The film was released in theaters in [[Kerala]] on 6 November 2015 and online on the same day through [[Reelmonk]], making it the first Indian film to be released simultaneously in theaters and on the internet.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/exploring-online-market-for-movie-release/article7844516.ece|title=Exploring online market for movie release|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|date=4 November 2015|accessdate=4 November 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.janmabhumidaily.com/news341886|title=Ottaal releasing this Friday|publisher=JanmaBhumi Daily|date=5 November 2015|accessdate=5 November 2015}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url = http://www.india.com/showbiz/malayalam-film-ottaal-to-release-in-theatres-online-on-same-day-685663/|title = Malayalam film Ottaal to release in theatres, online on same day |
The film was released in theaters in [[Kerala]] on 6 November 2015 and online on the same day through [[Reelmonk]], making it the first Indian film to be released simultaneously in theaters and on the internet.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/exploring-online-market-for-movie-release/article7844516.ece|title=Exploring online market for movie release|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|date=4 November 2015|accessdate=4 November 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.janmabhumidaily.com/news341886|title=Ottaal releasing this Friday|publisher=JanmaBhumi Daily|date=5 November 2015|accessdate=5 November 2015}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url = http://www.india.com/showbiz/malayalam-film-ottaal-to-release-in-theatres-online-on-same-day-685663/|title = Malayalam film Ottaal to release in theatres, online on same day|date = 5 November 2015|access-date = 5 November 2015}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url = http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/Ottaal-First-Indian-Film-to-be-Released-Online-in-Real-time/2015/11/06/article3115527.ece|title = 'Ottaal' First Indian Film to be Released Online in Real-time|date = 6 November 2015|access-date = 8 November 2015}}</ref> |
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==Accolades== |
==Accolades== |
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| Ottaal | |
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 Theatrical poster | |
| Directed by | Jayaraj |
| Screenplay by | Joshy Mangalath |
| Story by | Joshy Mangalath |
| Based on | Vanka by Anton Chekhov |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | M. J. Radhakrishnan |
| Edited by | B. Ajithkumar |
| Music by | Kavalam Narayana Panicker, Sreevalsan J. Menon (Background music) |
Production company | Director Cutz Film Company Ltd]] |
| Distributed by | Qube India Reelmonk |
Release date |
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Running time | 81 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Languages | Malayalam English |
Ottaal (English: The Trap) is a 2015 Indian Malayalam film directed by Jayaraj, an adaptation of the short story "Vanka" by Russian author Anton Chekhov.[1] This film stars Ashanth K Sha and Kumarakom Vasudevan, as well as actors Shine Tom Chacko, Sabitha Jayaraj and Thomas G. Kannampuzha.[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.
Cast
- Master Ashanth K Sha as Kuttappai
- Kumarakaom Vasudevan as Vallyappachayi
- Shine Tom Chacko as Mesthri
- Thomas J Kannampuzha as Betty
- Sabitha Jayaraj as Moly
- Master Hafis Muhammed as Tinku
- Vavachan as Outha
Soundtrack
The film has one song 'Aa Manathilirrunnu',[7] composed by Padma Bhushan Kavalam Narayana Panicker.[8] The background score composed by Sreevalsan J. Menon was praised by the jury when the film won the crystal bear at the Berlin festival 2016.[9]
Release and reception
The film was released in theaters in Kerala on 6 November 2015 and online on the same day through Reelmonk, making it the first Indian film to be released simultaneously in theaters and on the internet.[10][11][12][13]
Accolades
| Award / Film Festival | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Film Awards[14] | Best Screenplay Writer (Adapted) | Joshy Mangalath | Won |
| Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation | Ottaal | Won | |
| Kerala State Film Awards[15] | Best Film | Jayaraj | Won |
| Mumbai Film Festival[16] | Golden Gateway of India Award | Ottaal | Won |
| Film for Social Impact Award | Ottaal | Won | |
| International Film Festival of Kerala[17] | 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 | |
| Berlin Film Festival[18] | Crystal Bear | 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". Youtube. 8 November 2015. Retrieved 10 November 2015.
- ^ "Ottaal Multiple Award Winning Movie Review". Saj Media. 8 November 2015. Retrieved 10 November 2015.
- ^ "Malayalam film wins Crystal Bear at Berlinale". The Hindu. 21 February 2016. Retrieved 21 February 2016.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Malayalam film wins Crystal Bear at Berlinale". The Hindu. 21 February 2016. Retrieved 21 February 2016.