#01 November story (A review)

A veteran crime novelist suffering from early-stage Alzheimer’s finds himself next to the dead body of a stranger by his daughter Anu. Anu believes her father is innocent, yet tries to hide his traces from the crime scene. But, when the cops close in on her father, she decides to find the actual murderer. what happens next makes the rest of the story.

What works?

On a high level, the story is solid and well-written. It has got some good twists and the switch between multiple storylines doesn’t feel clumsy. The pacing is also pretty decent. I had my doubts when I started the show but was glued to the seat after the first episode. The characters that were well written are the police inspector and the medical examiner. Especially the scene where they casually talk to each other and uncover the mystery of the case. Totally loved it!

What didn’t work?

Tamannaah and Vivek Prasanna don’t add a lot of value to the story. Sad, but true. I would’ve loved it if the crime novelist himself was out finding answers. Imagine someone with a fading memory trying to prove his innocence with the help of his daughter. That would’ve been explosive.

And, there were several unanswered questions and flaws throughout. How come a veteran crime novelist doesn’t suspect foul play in the flashback? He accepts whatever is been told to him and comes back. Why whitewash a house that is worth nothing!? (I have a couple of others too. But, you know…spoilers!)

Despite the flaws, November Story is a good thriller that is worth your time.