Marconi Mathai
Marconi Mathai

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Marconi Mathai

2019
Movie
122 min
Malayalam

Maarconi Mathaai, though a lone wolf, is everyone's favorite. He loves and cares for everything but never got around starting his own family. When Anna joins the bank as cook-cum-cleaner, Mathai's friends urge him to woo Anna into his life.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Sanal Kumar SasidharanGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film centers on Mathai, an ordinary man who stumbles upon a mysterious object that appears to be a Marconi wireless transmitter. His discovery leads him on a journey of self-discovery and questions about his reality. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with various characters and circumstances that challenge his perception of life and technology.

Critical Reception

Marconi Mathai received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its unique concept and philosophical undertones. Some found the pacing to be slow, but generally, the performances and the directorial vision were appreciated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unconventional narrative and thought-provoking themes.

  • Some viewers found the slow pace and ambiguity challenging.

  • The performances, particularly by Vijayaraghavan, were highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Google reviews is not readily available for this film.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the village of Pallippuram in Cherthala, Kerala, which is historically significant for its connection to radio communication.

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