Matinee (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 2012, Matinee is a drama film directed by Aneesh Upasana, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. Matinee is a 2012 Malayalam romantic film directed by Aneesh Upasana and starring Maqbool Salmaan and Mythili in the lead roles. The film marks the directorial debut of still photographer Aneesh Upasana while Mammootty's nephew Maqbool Salmaan plays his first lead role. The story is about two person's journey to filmdom and how their life changes on one Friday's matinée show. The film's lead role is played by Maqbool Salmaan who had earlier appeared in a short role in A. K. Saajan's Asuravithu. Maqbool is the nephew of noted actor Mammootty. He is the son of Ibrahimkutty, the younger brother of Mammootty who had been a popular star in the miniscreen. The film is produced by AOPL Entertainment which also launched Mammootty's son Dulquer Salmaan earlier the year through Second Show.[1] Matinee released on 13 December to positive reviews from critics and audiences. The film was appreciated for its realistic approach and the performances by lead actors.
Who’s in it. Matinee stars Mythili as Savithri, Lenaa, Maqbool Salmaan as Najeeb and Thalaivasal Vijay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Matinee has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Matinee page.
If you liked it. Fans of Matinee tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Matinee (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Matinee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Matinee worth watching?
- Matinee holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Matinee?
- Matinee stars Mythili, Lenaa, Maqbool Salmaan, Thalaivasal Vijay and Valsala Menon.
- When was Matinee released?
- Matinee was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.