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Critics Review
3.00
Mammootty Is Terrific In What Works More As A Fascinating Character Study Than A Movie!
Puzhu leaves you with mixed feelings. The climax in particular feels rushed and forced. The other characters have very little to do. But the film�s intentions seem to be different. Unlike films that take on casteism head on and films that have a subtle dig at casteism, Puzhu showcases what it is to be around a toxic and casteist person. In that way it succeeds because you are in a constant state of discomfort and fear with Kuttan around. (more)
Source: Bharath Vijayakumar, MovieCrow
4.00
Mammootty's electrifying portrait of a bigot's persecution complex eclipses a mishandled climax
Puzhu's flaws cannot be taken lightly, yet the film is stunning for so many reasons, making Ratheena one of the most significant voices to emerge from Indian cinema in recent years. (more)
Source: AnnaMM, Firstpost.com
4.00
An in-form Mammootty makes us empathise with a bigot
Puzhu is an ultimate test of one�s moral compass. We follow the story from the perspective of Kuttan, who is an unapologetic bigot. We hear very little from Bharati and Kuttappan. Mammootty delivers a moving performance as a man with a questionable and even condemnable worldview. He makes us see that Kuttan is stuck in his own head and it�s not a pleasant place to be. It�s hell. The axiom that dictates his life is 'What would people say?'It is the question that keeps him up at night and eats him up from inside. You understand Kuttan�s story. You may not agree with him but you understand where he�s coming from.(more)
Source: Manojkumar, Indian Express
3.00
Mammootty brings out his most chilling turn in ages
Puzhu manages to terrify with moments both seen and unseen. At least three scenes -- involving an ageing suspect, a dog, and a trophy -- deeply shook me up. And Jakes Bejoy's eerie, violin-heavy score adds to the mounting dread.(more)
Source: satin shrijith, CinemaExpress.com
3.50
A TENSION-FILLED DRAMA
Parvathy again is that amazing chameleon actor, who physically becomes the person she is playing. It's a small role, but she shows her fine acting skills through her nervousness around her older brother and her comfortable love for her contentious husband. Appuni Sasi is also fantastic in his small role as Kuttapan. Jakes Bejoy�s music adds the perfect atmospheric tempo to the scenes; without this music, you feel the tension wouldn�t quite be the same.(more)
Source: Anna Mathews, Times Of India