November (2023 film)

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November
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Official film poster
Directed by Ali Shifau
Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq
Written byAishath Fuad Thaufeeq
Ahmed Tholal
Screenplay byAishath Fuad Thaufeeq
Ahmed Tholal
Produced byMohamed Ali
Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq
Starring Mohamed Jumayyil
Mariyam Majudha
Cinematography Ali Shifau
Ahmed Sinan
Edited by Ali Shifau
Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq
Music byHussain Thaufeeq
Production
company
Release date
  • 4 December 2023 (2023-12-04)
CountryMaldives
LanguageDhivehi

November is a 2023 Maldivian film directed by Ali Shifau. Produced by Mohamed Ali under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Mohamed Jumayyil and Mariyam Majudha in pivotal roles. The film was released on 4 December 2023. The film marks the first Maldivian film to be featured on the inflight entertainment list of an international airline.

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Plot

Yamaan boards a flight to Singapore with the aim of pursuing a degree as a chartered accountant. Seated next to him is Ameera, a Dhivehi linguistics teacher traveling to Singapore for a conference in Australia. When Ameera's connecting flight is canceled, Yamaan invites her to stay at his uncle's house until her travel arrangements are sorted. During their time together, a romantic relationship blossoms. As soon as Ameera's flight is confirmed, they part ways, but not before she leaves a note urging Yamaan to let fate guide their future.

Distraught by the sudden end to their relationship, Yamaan finds solace and encouragement from his uncle. In the passing days, Yamaan undergoes a transformation, changing his profession to photography and relocating to the Maldives after completing his studies. During a project trip to Laamu, he unexpectedly reunites with Ameera, who appears noticeably changed from their initial meeting. Yamaan is determined to delve deeper into understanding the dynamic shift in her behavior, seeing a different side of the vibrant girlfriend he once knew.

Cast

Development

Following the success of Vakin Loabin (2018), Dark Rain Entertainment announced the project on 23 June 2018 with lead cast as Mohamed Jumayyil and Mariyam Majudha. [1] In July 2019, reports confirmed that actor Ismail Wajeeh, who during the time was residing in Singapore, will make a comeback to screen with November. [2] Filming commenced on 1 October 2019 in Male', K. Thulusdhoo and Laamu Atoll. [3] The remaining scenes of the film were shot in Singapore. [4] In November 2019, it was reported that Ismail Wajeeh's son, Tareesh Ismail joins the cast of November and will feature several prominent faces including Meynaa Hassan, Shalabee Ibrahim, Abdulla Sadiq and Moosa Waseem. [4] Filming was wrapped on 26 January 2020 by shooting a flight sequence to Dh. Kudahuvadhoo. [5]

Soundtrack

The audio of the first single of the film titled "Moosun" which was rendered by Mariyam Ashfa was released on 24 December 2020. [6]

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Moosun"Shammoon MohamedHussain Thaufeeq Mariyam Ashfa 3:23
2."Lafzu"Shammoon MohamedHussain ThaufeeqShammoon Mohamed3:15
3."Samugaa"Esa FulhuSkyRockSkyRock3:34
4."Moosun" (Remix)Shammoon Mohamed, Toy - (Rap)Hussain ThaufeeqToy, Mariyam Ashfa 3:33

Release and reception

A poster of the film was unveiled on 18 February 2020, announcing the release date as 6 July 2020. [7] However, with the closure of movie theatres due to COVID-19 pandemic, the project was pushed. [8] The film was later announced to be theatrically released on 4 December 2023. [9]

The film garnered mixed reviews from critics. Aminath Luba, writing for The Press, praised Mariyam Majudha's performance and commended the incorporation of Maldivian culture into the film. However, she criticized Ismail Wajeeh's dialogues, deeming them "alienated" from the film's theme, and found the screenplay to be predictable. [10] In contrast, Ahmed Nadheem's review was more unfavorable; he expressed the view that the movie is the worst production from Dark Rain Entertainment. Nadheem condemned the screenplay, describing it as a failed attempt to integrate a love concept into an unfamiliar tradition. Unhappy with the color grading and music, he remarked that "the film, along with its theme and emotions, was trapped in a dark color palette, while the music and use of multiple songs killed the vibe of the film". [11]

November was dubbed in Russian and was included in the inflight entertainment collection of Air Astana between January to February 2024, and hence marks the first Maldivian film to be featured on the inflight entertainment list of an international airline. [12]

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