Kerala culture, with its rich traditions and history, has had a profound impact on Malayalam cinema. The state's unique cultural practices, such as Kathakali (a traditional dance-drama), Koothu (a traditional theater form), and Ayurveda (traditional medicine), have often been featured in Malayalam films. For instance, the film Ammini Kochamma (1990) showcases the traditional Kerala art form of Bharatanatyam, while Kattupparu (1997) highlights the struggles of a traditional Kerala fishing community.