“Stephen,” the chilling story of a deranged serial killer, quickly became one of India’s top 10 films upon its release on Netflix. This chilling story of a serial killer keeps viewers captivated.
The spectroscopic climate film Stephen, directed by Mithun Balaji, has been released on OTT. Stephen created a sensation upon its release. The film, which premiered on Netflix on December 5th, trended at number three in India’s top 10 movies within just one day. With its deep psychological layers, mysterious undertones and a shocking climax, the film takes the audience on a thrilling and tense journey that lingers long after the film ends.
The film begins with suspense
The film opens with a highly suspenseful scene. A little boy stares in awe at a giant spinning wheel, when his parents’ voices are heard, urging him to come along for the ride. As the wheels of the vehicle accelerate as we board, the story begins to spin rapidly. As the wheels accelerate, the suspense in the story also begins to spin. The psychological crime thriller film follows Stephen’s mentally confused mind as he delves into the dark world of crime.
Nine women were murdered in six months.
The real thrill in the film begins when the main character Stephen Jebaraj (Gomti Shankar) surrenders himself to the police without any fear and reveals that he murdered nine women in six months. Usually, the story should end here, but in this film, the opposite happens. The film begins with this story and progresses through several mysterious twists. Gomathi Shankar’s suspenseful performance is impressive.
Michael played the role of a police officer
Michael Thangadurai, playing police officer Michael, is tasked with uncovering the truth behind these murders. Psychiatrist Seema Smriti Venkat conducts lengthy and in-depth conversations with Stephen to understand his psyche. Their conversation isn’t just an interrogation, but a mental journey, where each question opens a new door into Stephen’s past. This is where the film’s story slowly unfolds, and the audience begins to experience the mental breakdowns of his childhood and youth.
Emphasis on the ‘why’
In the film, the director has moved away from the traditional murder mystery and emphasized the “why.” Why does Stephen kill? Why does he choose only women? Why is his mind so broken? These questions are what make the film’s pace so intriguing. As the investigation progresses, viewers begin to make their own connections. At every turn, it seems the truth will finally be revealed, but then another twist unfolds, turning the story upside down.
Gomathi Shankar’s performance is the backbone of the film.
Gomathi Shankar’s performance is the backbone of the film. As Stephen, he so effortlessly conceals the storm behind a calm facade that it leaves the audience in awe. Smriti Venkat’s role is also very brilliant and strong, playing the character of psychological analysis which gives a new direction to the entire story. Michael Thangadurai has played his character well, although the focus of the story remains more on Stephen and Seema.
The film Stephen is also technically impressive
Stephen is also a technically impressive film. The cinematography builds tension and suspense in every scene, the background music creates an atmosphere of psychological thrill, and the editing keeps the film moving forward. This 2 hour 3 minute long film is full of suspense which keeps the audience engaged throughout the film.
Stephen is a film with a tremendous climax.
The climax is the film’s strongest point. Just when the audience thinks Stephen’s story is finally revealed, the director adds a twist of mystery. After watching the film, it seems a sequel is also possible.
Overall, Stephen is a great experience for viewers who love psychological thrillers, serial killer dramas, and deep psychological stories. This film not only depicts crime, but also compels us to understand the dark mentality behind it. Its explosive release on Netflix is a testament to the immense popularity of the film among audiences.
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