Anu Moothedath’s camera work captures the gothic, claustrophobic essence of the asylum against the backdrop of Ooty’s beautiful yet hauntingly foggy landscapes. The use of dim lighting and shadows accentuates the film's mysterious tone.
Set in the year 1972, the story of Athiran takes place in a secluded, aristocratic mental asylum nestled deep within the misty, isolated high ranges of Ooty. The hospital is managed by the enigmatic and highly unorthodox psychiatrist, Dr. Benjamin Dias (played by Atul Kulkarni), who utilizes eccentric, highly experimental treatments on a select group of five unique patients. Gomovies Malayalam Movie Athiran
