Underplayed Gems

Chamayam (1993)

Chamayam poster
Original title
ചമയം
Directed by
Bharathan
Genre
drama film
Country
India
Runtime
2h 18m
Rated
UA
Rating
10.0 of 10 from 1 voters
Elsewhere
IMDb
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How it feels

Two fishermen who also perform as stage actors navigate their daily lives in a coastal community. The film follows their struggles and relationships.

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What happens

Chamayam is a 1993 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by Bharathan and written by John Paul, starring Manoj K. Jayan, Murali and Sithara in the lead roles. The film is about the lives of two fishermen who are also stage actors. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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