Kooman review

Kooman review: An engaging puzzle from Jeethu Joseph

Entertainment By PS Arjun November 4, 2022 Read the article

Jeethu Joseph’s suspense thriller, Kooman (Owl), is out in the theatres on Friday, 4 November.

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The plot centres on Constable Giri (Asif Ali) and certain events related to the police station he works.

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It is not the twists that work here, but the dramatic tension and the characters.

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The protagonist is no hero but just another character, thanks to Jeethu.

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It is, however, not the best of Jeethu. The movie’s central mystery occasionally lacks coherence.

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The photography is striking and natural. The editing is seamless, and the music is perfect.

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Up to the closing credits, this movie never stops catching your attention.

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