Indian Malayalam-language superhero film
The Gambler is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film directed by Tom Emmatty (who directed "Oru Mexican Aparatha") and starring Anson Paul and George Emmatty (director's son). The film is about a father, George, who appears in his son's dreams as a superhero, IO Man. The film was touted to be the first Malayalam superhero film.
Plot.
A father and son go through a series of struggles as they try to get what is important to them and live a happier life.
Release and reception.
The film released on 9 May.
A critic from "The Times of India" gave 2/5 and wrote that "The film could sure have made a better impact if the treatment was well-thought-out". A critic from "The New Indian Express" gave a negative review. A critic from "Deccan Chronicle" opined that "At this time when "" is still going strong in the theatres, it would be an eye-opener for the director to watch what a superhero film actually entails".
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