VC Abhilash Slams Unni Mukundan's Marco, Calls It a 'Dark Chapter' in Indian Cinema
Veteran filmmaker VC Abhilash recently shared his strong disapproval of the Malayalam film Marco, directed by Haneef Adeni. He expressed deep concern over the film's disturbing violence, stating that it made him question the mental state of both the creators and the audience who appreciated it.
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‘Dark Chapter in Indian Cinema’
Abhilash revealed that he watched Marco’s first half in theaters but only completed it later after a friend warned him about its graphic violence. In his social media post, he condemned the movie, saying, “This film is not just violent; it’s a social crime. It raises serious questions about what we accept as entertainment.”
He further criticized the movie for depicting inhumane scenes involving a child, a pregnant woman, and an unborn baby. He compared it to Korean thrillers but stated that even they do not showcase such extreme brutality.
Concerns About Censorship
Abhilash warned that movies like Marco could lead to stricter censorship laws in India. He stated,“Because of films like this, the censor board will start interfering more. Even crime thrillers with a meaningful storyline might face unnecessary restrictions in the future.”
Film Industry’s Responsibility
The filmmaker also predicted that the film’s team would soon attempt to justify their work, calling it artistic expression. However, he cautioned against normalizing such extreme content, asking, “If someone makes a film promoting pedophilia, should we still call it art?”
He urged society and the film fraternity to reject such content, likening it to a “poisonous snake.”
Censorship and Streaming Issues
Despite receiving an ‘A’ certificate from the CBFC, the film’s producers requested a UA certification for television broadcast. However, the board rejected their request. T Nadeem Thufali, CBFC's regional officer, confirmed that the film could not be aired on TV due to its violent content.
Though the film was released in theaters on December 20, it is currently streaming on SonyLIV as of February 14.
Producer Defends the Film
Marco’s producer, Shareef Mohammed, defended the film, arguing that perspective needs to change, not cinema. He acknowledged the controversy but stated that Marco was not the first movie to depict violence. However, he assured that he would avoid making films that explicitly promote violence in the future.
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