1The Goat Life (2024)4.0/5Star: Prithviraj Sukumaran,Amala Paul,Jimmy Jean Louis,Shobha Mohan,Rik Aby,Talib Al Balush*the cinematography by Sunil KS and KU Mohanan give the film the feel of a masterpiece
2Manjummel Boys (2024)4.0/5Star: Soubin Shahir,Sreenath Bhasi,Balu Varghese,Deepak Parambol,Jean Paul Lal,Khalid Rahman,GanapathyA group of friends from a hamlet in Kochi travels to Kodaikanal. An accident happens in a cave there and what follows after forms the crux of the film
3Sureshanteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hrudayahariyaya Pranayakadha (2024)3.5/5Star: Rajesh Madhavan,Chithra Nair,Jinu Joseph,Sudheesh KozhikodeFrom the nostalgic innocence of childhood to the complexities of adulthood, Suresh and Sumalatha's love story is beautifully depicted against the backdrop of Payyannur's changing landscape
4Aavesham ()3.5/5Star: Fahadh Faasil,Mansoor Ali Khan,Ashish Vidyarthi,Sajin GopuApart from scripting superb side characters, Jithu Madhavan has crafted the comic timing of his dialogues well
5Bramayugam (2024)3.5/5Star: Mammootty,Arjun Ashokan,Sidharth Bharathan,Amalda LizIn this period drama, Thevan arrives at the dilapidated mana of Koduman Potti and is given succor there, but he is shocked at the horrors that unfold
6Anweshippin Kandethum (2024)3.5/5Star: Tovino Thomas,Siddique,Indrans,Shammi Thilakan,Baburaj,Arthana Binu,Jaffer Idukki,Pramod VelliyanadDedicated Sub Inspector Anand Narayanan and his team face a pivotal moment in their careers as they strive to clear their names in a murder investigation. Pursuing an elusive suspect, they encounter various obstacles. Can they emerge unscathed?
7Aattam (2024)3.5/5Star: Vinay Forrt,Kalabhavan Shajohn,Zarin Shihab,Nandan UnniThe film falls short of its artistic purpose by concluding ambiguously, employing a Rashom*on Effect. Rather than openly revealing the culprit, it leaves the audience in suspense
8Guruvayoorambala Nadayil (2024)3.0/5Star: Prithviraj Sukumaran,Basil Joseph,Nikhila Vimal,Anaswara Rajan,Yogi BabuThe film focusses on soon to be brothers-in-law Anandan (Prithviraj) and Vinu (Basil). They challenge each other about the wedding between Vinu and Anjali (Ananadan's sister). Anandan sets out to break it off while Vinu vows to marry Anjali at any cost.
9Marivillin Gopurangal (2024)3.0/5Star: Indrajith Sukumaran,Shruti Ramachandran,Sarjano Khalid,Vincy AloshiousThe film's strength lies in its ability to capture the essence of everyday moments, infusing them with warmth and authenticity
10Perumani ()3.0/5Star: Sunny Wayne,Vinay Forrt,Vijilesh Karayad,Deepa ThomasWhile Perumani, written and directed by Maju, is an enjoyable introspection into society, its portrayal of love is also sweet
11Nadikar (2024)3.0/5Star: Tovino Thomas,Lal,Shine Tom Chacko,Bhavana,Dhyan Sreenivasan,Soubin Shahir,Indrans,Anoop MenonThe film focuses on the ups and downs in the life of superstar David Padikkal
12Malayalee From India ()3.0/5Star: Nivin Pauly,Dhyan Sreenivasan,Anaswara Rajan,Manju Pillai,Shine Tom Chacko,Salim KumarAn unemployed man's life changes when he lands himself in trouble 13Pavi Caretaker (2024)3.0/5Star: Dileep,Johny Antony,Radikaa Sarathkumar,DharmajanThe film is a typical Dileep vehicle with slapstick humour, emotions, romance and action that is a bit reminiscent of ‘90s movies
14Varshangalkku Shesham ()3.0/5Star: Pranav Mohanlal,Kalyani Priyadarshan,Dhyan Sreenivasan,Aju Varghese,Basil Joseph,Nivin PaulyAs a film with a strong focus on music, composer Amrit Ramnath has done a solid job
15Jananam 1947 Pranayam Thudarunnu (2024)3.0/5Star: Jayarajan Kozhikode,Leela Samson,Anu Sithara,Deepak Parambol,Noby Marcose,Irshad Ali,Pauly ValsanThe lead pair elevate Abijith’s material and lend charm and sweetness to their roles
16Malaikottai Valiban (2024)3.0/5Star: Mohanlal,Sonalee Kulkarni,Hareesh Peradi,Danish Sait,Manikandan R. AchariThe first half of the film showcased vigour and valour, and a patience-testing lag in certain parts
17Abraham Ozler ()3.0/5Star: Saikumar,Jayaram,Arjun Ashokan,Anaswara Rajan,Jagadish,Anoop Menon,Dileesh Pothan,Saiju KurupA cop with a tragic past investigates a series of murders.
18Jai Ganesh (2024)2.5/5Star: Unni Mukundan,Mahima Nambiar,Ravindra Vijay,Jomol,Hareesh Peradi,AshokanThe film could work for a younger crowd and family audiences
19Thankamani ()2.5/5Star: Dileep,Shine Tom Chacko,Siddique,John Vijay,Malavika Menon,Pranitha Subhash,Ajmal Ameer,Manoj K. JayanThe film follows the life of Abel who lost everything dear to him in an incident of police brutality at his village, Thankamani.
20Vivekanandan Viralanu (2024)2.5/5Star: Shine Tom Chacko,Grace Antony,Swasika Vijay,Maala ParvathyThere is a finesse missing in the filmmaking that we would expect from a veteran like Kamal
