What is vidheyan?

Vidheyan (Malayalam: വിധേയന്‍, meaning "The Servile") is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan. It is an adaptation of the Malayalam novel Thoma Parva by Zacharia.

The film explores themes of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/power%20dynamics">power dynamics</a>, <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/oppression">oppression</a>, and the <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/abuse%20of%20authority">abuse of authority</a> through the story of Thommy, a poor farmer who becomes completely subservient to a tyrannical landlord, Bhaskara Patelar. Thommy's loyalty is tested as he witnesses Patelar's cruelty and eventually becomes complicit in his crimes. The film critically examines <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/feudalism">feudalism</a> and the exploitation of marginalized communities. It is known for its stark realism and powerful performances, particularly by Mammootty as Patelar. The film won several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film.