Films frequently explore themes of family dynamics, migration (particularly to the Gulf countries), and the breaking down of traditional patriarchal structures. For instance, recent acclaimed films like Kumbalangi Nights (2019) have been noted for their critique of toxic masculinity.
"Visual Perception and Cultural Memory: Typecast and Typecast(e)ing in Malayalam Cinema" by Sujith Kumar Parayil. migration (particularly to the Gulf countries)