Manjummel Boys
The movie is an entertainer but the nostalgia mar it’s true spirit and mute talents, as emotions become manipulated.
Lover
2024, Tamil, Theatrical Release, 7.5/10 IMDB, Directed by Prabhu Ram Vyas A honest and mature capture of the most painful ‘moving on’ phase of an intense couple’s relationship. The subtlety in identifying the root of toxicity in a relationship, plays to the strength of the movie. The committed performances of the lead and supporting characters … Read moreLover
Jigarthanda DoubleX
2023, Tamil, 8.4/10 IMDB, Directed by Kathik Subbaraj The ace narrator’s un-compromised screenplay, echoes his passion for art and his angst against the party politics behind tribal plundering. In an apparent ‘prequel’ of the 2014 Jigarthanda, the Director Karthik Subbaraj attempts to walk a similar path, and succeeds. The monotony is neutralized as the movie … Read moreJigarthanda DoubleX
Leo
2023, Theatrical Release, Tamil, 8.3/10 IMDB, Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj ‘Leo’, a seeming remake of a Hollywood flick, is set in a very familiar premise, a worn out, decades old template of Indian cinema. However, the extraordinary finesse in making and extreme attentive detailing in the action sequences, makes the film stand confident. The director … Read moreLeo
Chithha
2023, Tamil, Theatrical Release, 9.2/10 IMDB, Directed by S. U. Arun Kumar An unprecedented perspective, of a rarely explored relationship, in a premise that sadly, rather ‘unfortunately’, takes inspiration from our dailies. A honest initiative that surfaces the emotional dilemmas of the victim’s kith which demands ‘bond realignment’, while the victim ‘resurrects’ herself or himself. … Read moreChithha
Jailer
2023, Tamil, 7.7/10 IMDB, Theaterical Release, Directed by Nelson Thalaivar performing in a full blown ‘black-comedy’ backdrop, may not be what most of the fans would have been prepared for. It might not tick all the check boxes of the greedy fans, especially when the onscreen mass elements are bartered with other industry’s eminent names. … Read moreJailer
‘Anbulla’ Rajinikanth with Latha Rajasekar
Being an extrovert, I bond with people and make friends easily. Among many friendship, some are special and some become very close to our hearts. One such special relationship of mine is with Sree Vasantha. I had known her for decades but my acquaintance with her blossomed into a ‘mom-daughter’ bond lately. Apart from our … Read more‘Anbulla’ Rajinikanth with Latha Rajasekar
Maamannan
2023, Tamil, Theater Release, 7.3/10 IMDB, Directed by Mari Selvaraj A diligently made chapter, that chronicles discrimination fuelled by casteism. The rounded screenplay not only addresses the associated snowballing pain, but also lauds reaping the fruit of handling them the right way. The ‘optics’ of walk the paths, proves tiresome in places, but the ‘intent’ … Read moreMaamannan
Por Thozhil
2023, Tamil, IMDB 8.6/10, Directed by Vignesh Raja A grippy investigative thriller, a potential franchise in itself, stays true to its genre, sans manipulative emotions and eeriness. The well-crafted serial killing premise, showcases technical prowess, exploring the scopes of its actors to the fullest. With no jarring suspenseful background score, the film lets you appreciate … Read morePor Thozhil
Ninaivo Oru Paravai
2023, Episode 6: Modern Love Chennai, Amazon Prime, 7.9/10 IMDB, Directed by Thiyagarajan Kumararaja Nianivo Oru Paravai, is ‘A tale of the ‘characters’ of a tale’. A delusional drama in the guise of an auto biography format, placed in a befitting Gen z’s ‘modern love’ premise. Thiagarajan Kumararaja’s overlapping technique of stroy telling, reveals an … Read moreNinaivo Oru Paravai
Koodam’s Act. Move. Repeat.
5th May 2023, Show By Koodam, at Honey Kids, Salem A professionally choreographed, no pompous minimalistic show, showcased some amazing talents both by the kids and the theater team ‘Koodam’. Meticulously planned plays, were executed earnestly by the children. Their enthusiasm reflected in the joyous celebrations of the audience. The three-week theatre summer camp with … Read moreKoodam’s Act. Move. Repeat.
Ponniyin Selvan II
April 2023, Tamil, IMDB 8.4/10, Directed by Manirathnam Documenting visuals to the largest selling novel of the Tamil community, is an arduous task in itself. But the ace team manages to draw the curtain down on the part II, with a bang. In the process it elevates the novel to newer heights, amidst few creative … Read morePonniyin Selvan II
Vikkals of Vikram
23rd April 2023, Salem A comedy show that doesn’t stop at the run of the mill school and family comedies, but makes an effort to broaden its horizon in addressing, ‘Feminism’, ‘Article 377’, ‘LGBTQ’, statutory waring of alcohol and smoking. A welcoming deed, for its audience are young adults and adolescents in spite of the … Read moreVikkals of Vikram
Love
2020, Malayalam, 7/10 IMDB, Netflix, Directed by Khalid Rahman The disagreements, the resentments and the inner turmoil, that swirl around unfaithful relationship, resulting in regrettable deeds- beautifully woven in a black comedy premise, speaks the bitter reality. It leaves the viewers spellbound in ‘pity’ for the wrong choices made in life in the name of … Read moreLove
Viduthalai Part 1 Review
Viduthalai Part 1 – ’80’s period’ premise on armed revolution of the coerced tribes, leaves the audience reminisce the films of that decade.
Ponniyin Selvan I
2022, Tamil, 8.9/10 IMDB, Directed by Mani Ratnam The Tamilar’s veneration for the literary work that they take pride in, vehemently documented through adept marshalling of unprecedented ‘closer to life aesthetic’. Expedition of ‘real-life historical structures’, capturing their cultural milieu and a persuasive casting, leaves the audience enchanted. Despite few narrative tweaks and creative liberties … Read morePonniyin Selvan I
Gargi
2022, Tamil, Sony Liv, 8.2/10IMDB, Directed by Gautham Ramachandran Another awakening plot that dwells in to the inner realms of its characters and navigates through the spaces of higher consciousness of the viewers. A narration of a sensitive premise of a young woman’s fight with the society and within, through emotional style of expression backed … Read moreGargi
Malayankunju
2022, Malayalam, Amazon Prime, 7.5/10 IMDB, Directed by Sajimon Prabhakar An arduous survival drama spun around native discrimination, keeps the viewers invested in the mental and physical ordeals of the protagonist. The film is a compelling watch for its promising positivity, terrific performance by Fahad, exceptional cinematography and brilliant screenplay. Survival dramas are tricky to … Read moreMalayankunju
Iravin Nizhal
2022, Tamil, 8.7/10 IMDB, Directed by R. Parthiban A disturbing storyline that is written in a complex intertwining timeline, is challengingly captured in a single shot, after ‘n’ number of attempts, as the making compilation claims. The director managed to create history for being the first in the non-linear category and surprisingly managed to play … Read moreIravin Nizhal