Movie : 2018
Banner : Kavya Film Company
Cast : Tovino Thomas, Kunchacko Boban, Asif Ali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Gauthami Nair and others
Music : Nobin Paul
DOP : Akhil George
Editor : Chaman Chakko
Producers : Venu Kunnappilly, C. K. Padma Kumar, Anto Joseph
Written And Direction : Jude Anthany Joseph
Release Date : May 26, 2023
Run Time : 2 Hours 15 Minutes
What Is The Film About ? : 2018 is a human drama set against the backdrop of the deadly floods in Kerala in the said year. The story explores how people from different walks of life turn into unexpected heroes in a natural calamity.
Analysis :
Kerala experienced terrible floods in 2018, affecting everyone, rich and poor alike. Apart from the government machinery and the Indian army, the common population banded together to help one another. The fisherman community, in particular, assisted people in reaching safer areas with their boats. Director Jude Anthany Joseph captured this engagingly in his film.
For those of us who had only seen the news on TV, this film depicts the anguish and helplessness that Keralaites felt while being stuck in the floods. Director Jude not only chronicles their suffering but also shows how ordinary people came together to support one another and became heroes themselves. It’s no surprise that the film’s tagline is “Everyone is a hero.”
The first half of the film is somewhat dull. Even though it is less than an hour long, the two or three songs and various people’s backstories become monotonous. However, it appears to be a purposeful attempt to prepare us for the storm that awaits us in the second half.
The drama is quite fascinating and, at times, highly emotional from the interval cut through the climax. We are smack dab in the thick of the flood, thanks to the sound design and the incredible technical expertise with which the floods were created.
The sequence when Tovino Thomas helps a pregnant woman board an army helicopter is handled quite effectively. There are also other well-executed sequences.
Other situations, such as Asif Ali’s character trying to retrieve certificates, appear a little too dramatic. Furthermore, the agony of the special child and his family is unnecessarily prolonged. Some episodes felt like they needed more depth.
But the film benefits greatly from its editing, high-quality visual effects, and excellent cinematography. The cinematic recreation of a horrific tragedy and the humanity displayed by the individuals make this a good watch.
Overall, despite a sluggish opening hour, “2018” effectively recreates the floods that devastated Kerala in 2018 and showcases the people who became heroes by helping one another. The film has several emotional moments and is technically accomplished. It’s well worth watching.
Conclusion : 2018 Movie Impresses The Audience With Many Gripping Elements, Worth Watching In Theatres, You Will Definately Love The Film
Rating : 3/5
