cp-webdeskGet ready to glide back into the 1980s as two of South India’s cinematic powerhouses—acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery and celebrated producer Listin Stephen—come together to present Moonwalk, a vibrant tribute to Michael Jackson, breakdancing, and the unstoppable spirit of youth.Set in a remote village in Trivandrum, Moonwalk captures the explosive arrival of global pop culture into Kerala’s heartland during the late ’80s and early ’90s. Through the lens of dance, friendship, family, and rebellion, the film brings to life the story of how MJ’s iconic Moonwalk inspired a generation of youngsters far from the limelight.
Produced by Magic Frames and Firewood Shows, this coming-of-age drama takes audiences deep into a time when cassette players were treasures, video tapes were rare, and breakdancers wore mullets, neon fits, and knockoff sneakers with pride. It’s a nostalgic rollercoaster that reimagines a world before smartphones—where raw passion, not virality, drove youth culture.Vinod AK, known for his striking visual narratives in advertising, makes his feature film debut as director. With a screenplay by Vinod A K, Mathew Varghese and Sunil Gopalakrishnan, Moonwalk combines realistic aesthetics with emotional storytelling, transporting viewers to a Kerala pulsating with disco lights, rebellion, and cultural transformation.
The film features over 100 fresh faces, handpicked from across the country after extensive auditions. Trained intensively in dance and performance, this diverse cast adds authenticity and freshness to the story, making Moonwalk not just a movie—but a cultural movement.Adding to its soul is the music by Prashant Pillai, whose experimental and immersive compositions blend retro beats with local rhythms, capturing the magic of the era with sonic brilliance, which makes the movie a must theatre watch.
More than a tribute to MJ, Moonwalk is a cinematic ode to the unsung heroes of Kerala’s breakdance revolution—those who dared to dream differently, move differently, and dance through life in defiance of societal expectations.With themes of identity, passion, and rebellion at its core, Moonwalk is all set to break boundaries and hearts across languages and geographies.Get ready to moonwalk your way into theatres soon.
