No discussion of Kerala culture is complete without addressing its political landscape: a vibrant, often volatile mix of secularism, caste politics, and the world’s longest-running democratically elected communist government. Malayalam cinema has served as the primary arena where these political ghosts are wrestled with.
Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, has a rich history and a deep connection with Kerala culture. The industry has been thriving for over a century, producing films that not only entertain but also reflect the social, cultural, and economic realities of the state.
The period from the late 1980s to the early 1990s is widely considered the Golden Age