Mirage Movie Review: A Deep Dive into the SonyLIV Telugu Release
The Malayalam film “Mirage,” with a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes, originally released in theaters. It is now available for streaming on SonyLIV in Telugu, featuring good Telugu dubbing.
Mirage Movie Overview
“Mirage” is a film that presents a core mystery. The basic storyline revolves around information concerning a leak on a hard disk on one side, and on the other, a boyfriend who died in a train accident. The plot then delves into the connection between these two events, the twists that unfold in the middle, and the critical contents of the hard disk.
What Worked in Mirage: Performances and Key Moments
Upon viewing the film, the reviewer primarily enjoyed the last half an hour. During this segment, two main twists and the accompanying action sequences were particularly effective. Another significant positive aspect was the performances delivered by Aparna Balamurali and Asif Ali. Additionally, the film did feature one or two twists in the middle, along with some thrilling moments.
Areas for Improvement: The Downside of Mirage
Despite the high expectations from director Jeethu Joseph, known for films like “Drishyam,” the majority of “Mirage” proceeds in a manner that felt more like a television serial, leading to doubts about the direction. A substantial portion, specifically an hour and a half, was characterized by extensive dialogue with little action. The film also lacked a proper backstory, and what little exposition there was, was conveyed through dialogue and concluded within the first half hour. The movie felt excessively lengthy and dragged, with every detail being explained through dialogue, contributing to half of the film feeling like a serial. Production values were noted as being quite low, and the film offered very few thrills. Furthermore, the backstory was not substantial, and half of the movie proceeded at a very slow pace.
Is Mirage Suitable for All Audiences?
For those considering watching with family, the film is suitable as it contains no adult content.
Final Verdict: Should You Watch Mirage?
Ultimately, the movie offers a mixed experience. If viewers are willing to wait until the very end, the two twists presented in the final half hour might make the watch worthwhile. However, if an audience expects a significant setup and a consistently thrilling experience, the film starts to feel slow and somewhat boring after about an hour. The reviewer suggests it’s primarily for “a few twists.” Based on this opinion, the rating for “Mirage” is 2.5 out of 5.
