Tourist Family

A deceptively light film that juggles grief, humour, and warmth in equal measure, powered by Sasikumar’s deeply humane performance and a cast that embodies the messy goodness of everyday people

The film presents the audience with a normal, loving family that struggles to survive in this world filled with suspicion and mistrust.

Tourist Family scores heavily on the humour front, and these moments also make you think of how willing audiences are just to forget everything and laugh with a film that also makes them think a lot. Director Abishan Jeevinth is a worthy addition to the list of optimists who make the world go round when the cynics believe the world has stopped.

Director Abishan Jeevinth skillfully explores themes of humanity and connection amid adversity, showcasing a diverse cast that brings depth to a heartwarming story about hard-hitting realities.

Tourist Family is a gentle look at the challenges of starting over, even if the narrative feels somewhat formulaic.

There is something bold, naive, hopeful, and tiresome about Abishan Jeevinth's 'Tourist Family' — you can never win against the worn out state, but you can always charm it.