Amma (1986 film)

Amma is a 1986 Indian Malayalam-language drama film directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan, starring Sharada, Pratap Pothen, and Mohanlal. The film explores the themes of motherhood, societal expectations, and the complexities of family relationships. Sharada won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of the titular character, a woman facing challenging circumstances. The film was critically acclaimed and commercially successful, solidifying Sethumadhavan's reputation as a director of socially relevant and emotionally resonant cinema. The screenplay was written by M.T. Vasudevan Nair, based on a short story by Karur Neelakanta Pillai.