Dennis Joseph

Dennis Joseph
Dennis Joseph in 1980's
Born(1957-10-20)20 October 1957
Died10 May 2021(2021-05-10) (aged 63)
Alma materDeva Matha College, Kuravilangad
(Bachelor of Science)
Occupations
  • Scriptwriter
  • Director
  • Journalist
Years active1985–2021
SpouseLeena
Children3

Dennis Joseph (20 October 1957 – 10 May 2021)[1][2] was an Indian scriptwriter and director known for his work in Malayalam films. He was active during the 1980s and early 1990s. He frequently collaborated with directors Joshiy and Thambi Kannanthanam. He is known for scripting films including Nirakkoottu (1985), Rajavinte Makan (1986), Shyama (1986), New Delhi (1987), No.20 Madras Mail (1990), Kottayam Kunjachan (1990), Indrajaalam (1990), Appu (1990), Akashadoothu (1993), Palayam (1994), and F.I.R. (1999). He also directed five films, including Manu Uncle, which won the National Film Award for Best Children's Film in 1988 and the Kerala State Film Award for the Best Children's Film in 1989.[citation needed]

  1. ^ "Scriptwriter & director Dennis Joseph no more". The Times of India. 11 May 2021. Retrieved 15 May 2021.
  2. ^ Kumar, P. K. Ajith (10 May 2021). "Adieu to Malayalam cinema's master writer". The Hindu. India. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 10 May 2021.