Lijo Jose Pellissery

Lijo Jose Pellissery

Lijo Jose Pellissery (born September 18, 1978) is a renowned Indian filmmaker and actor, primarily working in Malayalam cinema. He is celebrated for his bold, unconventional storytelling and experimental approach to filmmaking. Lijo’s films are known for their complex narratives, inventive visual style, and strong ensemble casts, often blending realism with surreal elements. Over the years, he has garnered critical acclaim and a strong cult following for pushing the boundaries of mainstream Malayalam cinema. Lijo made his directorial debut with Nayakan (2010), but it was his later films that truly established his unique cinematic voice. His film Amen (2013), a quirky musical drama set in a small village, was a commercial and critical success, showcasing his ability to blend humor, romance, and social commentary. However, it was Angamaly Diaries (2017) that brought him widespread recognition. The film, shot in a raw, naturalistic style with a cast of newcomers, depicted the vibrant, chaotic world of the titular town. Its famous 11-minute single-take climax became a defining moment in modern Malayalam cinema. Following that, Lijo’s Ee.Ma.Yau (2018) won several awards for its powerful portrayal of death and grief in a coastal village, using dark humor and deeply philosophical undertones. Lijo continued to challenge conventional filmmaking with Jallikattu (2019), a visceral and visually stunning film about the chaos that ensues when a buffalo escapes in a rural village. Jallikattu was India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2020 Academy Awards, marking Lijo’s global recognition. His films often explore the primal instincts of humans, societal chaos, and the dynamics of rural life, all while maintaining a sense of authenticity and local flavor. With his bold vision and fearless experimentation, Lijo Jose Pellissery has become one of the most innovative and influential filmmakers in contemporary Indian cinema.

  • Popularity : 1.825
  • Known For : Directing
  • Birthday : 1978-09-18
  • Place of Birth : Chalakudy, Kerala, India
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Lijo Jose Pellissery Movies

  • 2014
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    Sapthamashree Thaskaraha

    Sapthamashree Thaskaraha

    6.4 2014 HD

    Sapthamashree Thaskaraha is a Malayalam film directed and written by Anil Radhakrishnan Menon starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Reenu Mathews in lead...

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  • 2016
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    Akashvani

    Akashvani

    5 2016 HD

    Movie narrates the story of a couple, Akash and Vani. They go on a personal trip to spend some quality time with each other and the resulting...

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  • 2011
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    Bombay March 12

    Bombay March 12

    5.3 2011 HD

    The story is about Sameer (Mammootty), a sweeper with the Alapuzha Municipality, who is always on tenterhooks because he is on the police radar...

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  • 2014
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    Oru Korean Padam

    Oru Korean Padam

    1 2014 HD

    Kishore works as an assistant director and dreams of making him big someday in showbiz. A chance encounter with Eva changes his life forever and the...

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  • 2017
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    Angamaly Diaries

    Angamaly Diaries

    7.3 2017 HD

    Six young friends in the small town of Angamaly tries their luck by starting a pork business lead by Vincent Pepe. They initially strike a business...

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  • 2017
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    Oru Cinemakkaran

    Oru Cinemakkaran

    5.4 2017 HD

    Alby, who is married to the girl he loves, Sara, against the will of both their families. While the couple leads a romantic life in a residential...

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  • 2017
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    Mayaanadhi

    Mayaanadhi

    7.6 2017 HD

    A shady money deal goes wrong and in the aftermath Mathan ends up killing a police officer. Meanwhile in Kochi, his old flame Aparna an aspiring...

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  • 2018
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    Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

    Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

    7.306 2018 HD

    Jacob, a manager at a big financial firm, finds himself behind bars when he tries to save the woman he loves from being involved in a criminal case....

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  • 2018
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    Padayottam

    Padayottam

    5.9 2018 HD

    The shenanigans of a good-hearted goon and his chums as they try to earn some quick money in the world of local crime in Kerala.

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  • 2010
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    Nayakan

    Nayakan

    6.8 2010 HD

    Varadanunni comes to know that his father and sister were killed by a criminal, Shankar Das. He joins hands with an ageing thug, Vincent Karanavar,...

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  • 2016
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    Darvinte Parinamam

    Darvinte Parinamam

    5.3 2016 HD

    The film revolves around the life of an ordinary man and a local goon and how their lives get changed due to some unfortunate events.

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  • 2017
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    8½ Intercuts : Life and Films of K.G. George

    8½ Intercuts : Life and Films of K.G. George

    1 2017 HD

    With a distinct filmography that faithfully depicts a cross-section of the Kerala society on celluloid during his active years, KG George is a master...

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  • 2025
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    Painkili

    Painkili

    1 2025 HD

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  • 2021
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    Story of a Beginning

    Story of a Beginning

    1 2021 HD

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  • 2011
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    City of God

    City of God

    7.2 2011 HD

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  • 2013
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    Amen

    Amen

    7.7 2013 HD

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  • 2023
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    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    7.091 2023 HD

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  • 2019
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    Thamasha

    Thamasha

    7.4 2019 HD

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  • 2023
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    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    7.091 2023 HD

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  • 2023
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    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam

    7.091 2023 HD

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  • 2010
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    Nayakan

    Nayakan

    6.8 2010 HD

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  • 2015
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    Double Barrel

    Double Barrel

    5.6 2015 HD

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  • 2015
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    Double Barrel

    Double Barrel

    5.6 2015 HD

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  • 2024
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    Malaikottai Vaaliban

    Malaikottai Vaaliban

    6.5 2024 HD

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  • 2015
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    Double Barrel

    Double Barrel

    5.6 2015 HD

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  • 2024
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    Malaikottai Vaaliban

    Malaikottai Vaaliban

    6.5 2024 HD

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  • 2013
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    Amen

    Amen

    7.7 2013 HD

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  • 2017
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    Angamaly Diaries

    Angamaly Diaries

    7.3 2017 HD

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  • 2018
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    Ee.Ma.Yau.

    Ee.Ma.Yau.

    7.7 2018 HD

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  • 2018
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    Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

    Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil

    7.306 2018 HD

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  • 2019
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    Jallikattu

    Jallikattu

    6.7 2019 HD

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  • 2021
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    Churuli

    Churuli

    6.9 2021 HD

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  • 2021
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    Churuli

    Churuli

    6.9 2021 HD

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  • 2024
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    Pallotty 90's Kids

    Pallotty 90's Kids

    1 2024 HD

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