Geethanjali
Geethanjali

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Geethanjali

2013
Movie
150 min
Malayalam

Anjali, whose sister Geeta has committed suicide, is haunted by her spirit upon her return to her mother's home. When psychologist Dr Sunny tries to help Anjali, he makes a shocking discovery.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: S. S. RajamouliGenres: Horror, Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

A man, tormented by the spirit of a woman he encounters, seeks the help of a psychiatrist to understand and overcome his predicament. As he delves deeper into his past and the woman's spirit, startling revelations about their connection and the circumstances surrounding her death begin to emerge. The narrative unfolds with a blend of suspense, dark humor, and unexpected twists, challenging the protagonist's perception of reality and his own sanity.

Critical Reception

Geethanjali received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its innovative horror-comedy blend and Anjali's performance, others found the screenplay predictable and the humor inconsistent. The film performed moderately at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique attempt at a horror-comedy genre and the lead actress's performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • The visual effects and sound design were noted as strengths by some reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reception was varied, with some appreciating the horror and comedy elements and others finding the story lacking in originality and engaging execution. The film's attempts at a fresh narrative were acknowledged but not universally successful.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a Tamil-Telugu bilingual, but was ultimately released as a Telugu film with some Tamil dubbing.

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