"Marco" is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film written and directed by Haneef Adeni. Produced by Shareef Muhammed under Cubes Entertainments, the film stars Unni Mukundan in the titular role, alongside Siddique, Jagadish, Abhimanyu S. Thilakan, Kabir Duhan Singh, Anson Paul, and Yukti Thareja in supporting roles. The music is composed by Ravi Basrur, with cinematography by Chandru Selvaraj and editing by Shameer Muhammed.
Plot Summary: The film centers on Marco, a character previously introduced as an antagonist in the 2019 film "Mikhael." This standalone spin-off delves into Marco's backstory and character development, exploring his journey and the events that shaped him.
Release and Reception: "Marco" was released worldwide on December 20, 2024, coinciding with the Christmas weekend. It was made available in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada. The film received an 'A' certification from the Central Board of Film Certification due to its intense and bloody violence. Notably, it became the first Indian action film to receive an R21 rating by the IMDA in Singapore. The film emerged as the highest-grossing A-rated Malayalam film of all time, the sixth highest-grossing Malayalam film of the year, and the ninth highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time.
Critical Response: Critics praised Unni Mukundan's portrayal of Marco, highlighting the depth and intensity he brought to the character. The film's action sequences were also lauded for their choreography and execution. However, some reviews noted the high level of violence, suggesting it may not be suitable for all audiences.
Additional Information: "Marco" is set to expand its release to South Korea, signing with the country's distributor Noori Pictures, making it the second South Indian film to do so after the "Baahubali" series.
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