Jan. 08, 2021|India|97 Min.|n/A
Genre: Drama;South;Indian
Description: “Confessions of a Cuckoo” is a 2021 Malayalam drama film directed by Jay Jithin Prakash, featuring Nehrin Navas, Prarthana Sandeep, and Durga Krishna. Inspired by real events, the movie addresses a socially relevant issue.
The story follows Sherin, who embarks on a journey to document the lives of children who have endured brutal abuse in the past. Through her research, she encounters the stories of Naseema and Anna, which profoundly impact her and force her to confront her own past. The film begins with the tragic death of Anna, a teenager found deceased at an orphanage. Nazeema, another girl from the home, is accused of Anna’s murder and taken into police custody, eventually being placed in a juvenile detention center. Meanwhile, Sherin, a journalist and filmmaker, is determined to create a documentary about child abuse victims but hesitates upon discovering her pregnancy. However, a traumatic incident at her apartment motivates her to resume the project. As Sherin interviews one victim after another, she becomes deeply disturbed by their experiences. The narrative explores the connection between Sherin and Nazeema’s story.
The film received mixed reviews. While it attempts to shed light on the harsh realities of life often reported in newspapers, some critics argue that its plot lacks a compelling dramatic element, resulting in a narrative that neither fully addresses the social issue nor fully engages the audience.
Cast director: Jay Jithin Prakash
Cast actor: Durga Krishna, Arjun Nandhakumar, Abhija Sivakala, Prarthana Sandeep, Arjun Ravindran
Original name: Confessions of a Cuckoo