Kottukkaali explores the deep-rooted traditions and oppressive beliefs that have long controlled and subjugated women. Through a simple yet unsettling narrative, the film portrays an ancient sacrificial ritual featuring a hen, which, at least in the context of the movie, symbolizes the control and oppression of women. From its upbringing to its decapitation, the hen represents how women are groomed and subdued throughout their lives, from childhood through marriage. In the film, the ritual depicts a man performing acts under the guise of tradition, touching the woman in various places as part of the process. This unsettling scene mirrors the violation women endure under patriarchal customs. The decapitation of the hen symbolizes the moment a woman's spirit and vitality are drained, serving as a metaphor for how women are exploited and discarded within such systems. The disturbing nature of the ritual acts as a wake-up call, reminding viewers that these oppressive practices are not relics of the past, but persist even today. The movie starkly portrays how these age-old beliefs entrap women, and if this doesn't spark introspection and action, I don't know what will. It's a call for people to break free from their shells and question these outdated practices, to challenge the ways in which women continue to be controlled and violated under the veil of tradition. tl;dr, Through out the movie it compels viewers to reflect on the deeper societal issues it presents and recognize the urgency for change.

Not for everyone. It's an honest, raw representation of a superstitious community that'll make some people think, 'These kinda stuff still happens ?' and some might think 'this is an exaggeration'. Some parts of the film might leave you uncomfortable and an unconventional ending will make most people think, 'Is this actually genius or am I supposed to like it because it's an art film'