A noir-infused romance that feels like a warm, melancholic dream. The film is slow, atmospheric, and dialogue-sparse—relying on lingering glances, rain-soaked nights, and an aching background score. Tovino Thomas proves he can carry intense, brooding roles, and Aishwarya Lekshmi is luminous. The final 20 minutes are a masterstroke in subverting genre expectations. Verdict: The best romantic thriller of the decade. Not for those seeking fast pacing. 4. Angamaly Diaries Director: Lijo Jose Pellissery Cast: A cast of 86 debutantes led by Antony Varghese (Pepe)
A psychological drama about a man whose mental instability and drug addiction alienate his family, leading him to seek redemption through extreme means. 2017 best malayalam movies
A retired cop (Mohanlal) comes back to catch a serial killer targeting corrupt individuals. A noir-infused romance that feels like a warm,
Below is a detailed review of the top 10 Malayalam movies of 2017, categorized by impact and craft. (The Lead and the Witness) Director: Dileesh Pothan Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Nimisha Sajayan The final 20 minutes are a masterstroke in
A raw, chaotic, and hyperlocal look at a gang of pork-selling, party-loving youth in Angamaly, a small town in Kerala, and their turf wars over a meat shop.
A kinetic, almost documentary-like experience. The film’s 11-minute single-take climax (involving a chaotic festival and a chase) is already legendary. Lijo Pellissery captures the smell, taste, and noise of small-town Kerala—the porotta-beef feasts, the local slang, the casual violence. The ensemble acting is astonishing, given most had never acted before. Verdict: A cult classic. A sensory overload in the best way. 5. Eeda (The Leftover) Director: B. Ajithkumar Cast: Shane Nigam, Nimisha Sajayan
A crowd-pleaser that works because of its earnestness. Wamiqa Gabbi (as Aditi Singh) is a revelation—she trained for months and does most of her stunts. The film balances humor (Renji Panicker as the hilarious, retired wrestling coach) with genuine sports-drama beats. While predictable, the final wrestling match is genuinely exciting. Verdict: Lighthearted and uplifting. A perfect Sunday watch. 8. Aby Director: Nikhil Muraly Cast: Nivin Pauly, Shine Tom Chacko