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Allow native Keralites to rate foreign films set in Kerala (e.g., Life of Pi , Before the Rains ) on authenticity of dialect, costume, and social behavior.
The first Malayalam film, "Balan," was released in 1938, marking the beginning of the industry. However, it was not until the 1950s and 1960s that Malayalam cinema started gaining popularity. Filmmakers like G. R. Rao and P. A. Thomas made significant contributions to the industry during this period. The 1970s and 1980s saw the rise of legendary actors like Madhu, Soman, and Mohanlal, who became synonymous with Malayalam cinema. Allow native Keralites to rate foreign films set