The film industry in India's southern state of Kerala has been grappling with a reckoning of its own in the wake of the #MeToo movement. The movement gained renewed momentum after the release of a redacted report by the Hema Committee, exposing pervasive gender discrimination and sexual misconduct in the industry. The report led to the resignation of powerful figures and a push for wider investigations into the industry's problems. The film industry, long seen as progressive, has been criticized for its inaction and reluctance to bring about change. Critics argue that the government's inaction reflects a lack of political will to address the issue. Despite some progress such as the setting up of an Internal Complaints Committee, female artists and groups still feel burdened with the task of seeking basic dignity and safety in a predominantly male-dominated industry. The report has shed light on the deep-rooted misogyny and the need for justice and change.