Vrutham

Vrutham is a 1982 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Vijay Menon. The movie is an adaptation of Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird." It stars Rishi Kapoor in the title role, along with Suresh Gopi and Shobana in supporting roles. The film's story revolves around a young boy's coming-of-age experience.

The plot explores the significance of values such as justice, compassion, and understanding in everyday life. The film gained an average response at the box office but received critical acclaim. The movie received two National Film Awards: Best Supporting Actor (Shubashri) and Best Child Artist (Raveendran).

Vrutham was well-received for its beautiful handling of a complex and sensitive topic, making it a memorable and thought-provoking film. The film is known for being well-paced and nuanced in its characterizations, keeping the audience engaged throughout. The movie deals with themes that are essential to any human's life, making it worth watching.

The movie received international attention for being the first Indian adaptation of the classic novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. Although the film did not achieve substantial commercial success, it is highly regarded by critics for portraying the complexities of human experiences through exceptional storytelling.

The film marked the second collaboration of Rishi Kapoor and the director, Vijay Menon. Their collaboration produced forgettable film at the box office but exceptionally important for film enthusiasts and students. Rishi Kapoor in the title role of the movie is still remembered positively by many after so many years since the film was released.