Lijo Jose Pellissery is a man who knows how to craft classic movies with extraordinary storylines. He dons several roles - director, producer, actor. It was Indrajith's Nayakan (2010) that introduced this talent to Indian cinema, and Lijo also acted in this movie.
Following this, he experimented with movies in different genres - black comedy, thriller, family drama, feel-good movies and every movie had a unique Lijo Pellissery trademark. His latest was Jallikattu, a totally raw and rustic take on the true nature of human beings.
Jallikattu's screenplay was by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, and was based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh. The film stars Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon in crucial roles. A bull escapes and villagers try to hunt down the animal before it runs rampant in their locality - but there is more to it than what meets the eye.
This was a pathbreaking movie in the industry, and received many accolades. Now, it's about to turn out to be one of the best and most memorable films for the cast and crew of the film. Because, according to the latest buzz, Jallikattu will be India's nomination for Best International Films Category at the Oscars in 2021. Yes! This news has been given a warm welcome by fans and celebs. Let's wait for some official proof - Until then, stay tuned to Behindwoods for the latest updates from the tinsel town.