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Overview
Kaliyattam is an adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Othello' seen through the local traditional theatrical dance form of Theyyam, in which the actor takes on a divine dimension - as soon as he wears his mask and his headgear.
A closer look
Kaliyattam (1997) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by Jayaraj. The cast includes Suresh Gopi, Lal, Manju Warrier, Biju Menon. Runtime: 130 minutes.
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Kaliyattam FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Kaliyattam?
Kaliyattam is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Kaliyattam?
Our source metadata lists 29 August 1997. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Kaliyattam?
The listed director is Jayaraj.
Who is in the cast of Kaliyattam?
The available cast credits include Suresh Gopi, Lal, Manju Warrier, Biju Menon, Narendra Prasad. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Kaliyattam?
The recorded runtime is 130 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Kaliyattam?
The source lists these genres: Drama.
What is the original title of Kaliyattam?
The original title in our source data is കളിയാട്ടം. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Kaliyattam about?
Kaliyattam is an adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Othello' seen through the local traditional theatrical dance form of Theyyam, in which the actor takes on a divine dimension - as soon as he wears his mask and his headgear.
Is a trailer available for Kaliyattam?
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