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Krishnasthami, directed by Abhilash Babu delves into the inner worlds of
individuals confined to narrow spaces by circumstance. Its dialogue style, steeped in philosophical inquiry, is unconventional for mainstream audiences—each line demands reflection, urging viewers to revisit and reconsider its meaning.
The camera turns its gaze toward a community often rendered invisible in popular narratives, navigating the shifting social and political currents of the region. Though these lives are present for anyone willing to notice, they are frequently overlooked or deliberately marginalized. The film’s visual language captures this invisibility, portraying existence at the edges of recognition.
Each character’s philosophy, shaped by personal experience, unfolds against the backdrop of a prison. Here, imprisonment symbolizes stillness, enforced contemplation, and an inward journey. As an experimental work, Krishnasthami distinguishes itself through striking visual choices—contrasts of light and darkness, shifts between rapid and languid pacing, clarity and blur, and fragmented still frames. The cinematography consistently demonstrates remarkable craft.
Although I haven’t read Vyloppilli’s Krishnashttami and therefore couldn’t fully connect the poems with the film, this remains a distinctive cinematic experiment. For those seeking something unconventional and thought‑provoking, Krishnasthami is certainly worth exploring.
Screen venue - Lenin Balavadi, Banner Film Society, TVM
30 Nov’25 18:14