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'Half' Dazzles Toronto Film Festival's Midnight Madness
19 Sep
Summary
- Malayalam film 'Half' achieved a first at TIFF's Midnight Madness.
- The film received enthusiastic audience response and applause.
- International sales rights were acquired by Best Friend Forever (BFF).
Malayalam cinema has achieved a significant international recognition with director Samjad PS's film 'Half'. The movie marked a historic moment by becoming the first Malayalam film to be selected for the prestigious Midnight Madness section at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
During its screening, 'Half' captivated the audience, leading to spontaneous applause and an engaging post-screening discussion. The cast and crew, including director Samjad PS, producers Anne Sajeev and P. K. Sajeev, and actors Ranjith Sajeev and Aiswarya Raj, participated in a question-and-answer session. They addressed inquiries about the film's intense narrative, character portrayals, and unique visual style.
Further acclaim was given to the film's technical aspects. The fight choreography by Very Tri Yulisman, the musical score by Mithun Mukundan, and the sound design by Vishnu Govind were highlighted for their contribution to the film's immersive atmosphere. The film's international journey is bolstered by distribution partners, with Excel Entertainment and AA Films handling North Indian distribution and Best Friend Forever (BFF) managing international sales rights.
