I had already discussed my Top 10 Bollywood films on December 16 and Top 20 All-India and South Asian films: Part 1 on December 23. Thrillingly, 14 of these 30 top films, nearly 50 per cent, are first or second features.

11. Pariyerum Perumal (The God on a Horse) by Mari Selvaraj, Tamil. Starring Kathir, Anandhi: Debut feature produced by Pa Ranjith (Kaala). Outstanding, level-headed story about why Indian society won't allow an inter-caste romance between Pari and Jothi, with compelling performances. On Amazon Prime Video.