nragul
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What will happen when two star actors, who tend to give priority to stories more than their respective roles, join together in a movie...? Vikram Vedha happens...!
A usual cop-criminal story, which is presented with a unique screenplay inspired by Vikramadithan-Vedhalam stories of folklore, where Vedhalam (Vijay Sethupathi) asks a tough riddle to Vikramadithan (Madhavan) to evade encounter. The movie starts with a huge difference between the characters, with Vikram - as an honest cop; and Vedha - as a ruthless gangster. The differences fades away as the movie progresses and goes through a complete karmic cycle, from evil vengeance to redemption, with the support of riddled flashback stories narrated by Vedha. The idea remotely resembles Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction in a rather simpler manner. But this movie is a masterpiece of unique kind.
When you find enough ingredients in the plot, setup and pace of the movie, the unexpected thrilling element that changes the entire course of the movie, at regular interval, will take you by surprise. The pace keeps you hooked and does not give you time to anticipate a twist. That's what have made this movie enjoyable to watch.
No one can fit into the role of Vikram Vedha better than Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi. Especially the comical arrogance of Vijay Sethupathi have created wonders on screen. Even a small character in the movie have owned the role to perfection providing a flawless performances from all sides.
Yaanji song and BGM does the work it was expected to do.
The movie is a rich mixture of class and entertaining elements with astonishing story and narration. In all, this movie is a treat to watch and worth sparing some extra bucks post GST.
A usual cop-criminal story, which is presented with a unique screenplay inspired by Vikramadithan-Vedhalam stories of folklore, where Vedhalam (Vijay Sethupathi) asks a tough riddle to Vikramadithan (Madhavan) to evade encounter. The movie starts with a huge difference between the characters, with Vikram - as an honest cop; and Vedha - as a ruthless gangster. The differences fades away as the movie progresses and goes through a complete karmic cycle, from evil vengeance to redemption, with the support of riddled flashback stories narrated by Vedha. The idea remotely resembles Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction in a rather simpler manner. But this movie is a masterpiece of unique kind.
When you find enough ingredients in the plot, setup and pace of the movie, the unexpected thrilling element that changes the entire course of the movie, at regular interval, will take you by surprise. The pace keeps you hooked and does not give you time to anticipate a twist. That's what have made this movie enjoyable to watch.
No one can fit into the role of Vikram Vedha better than Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi. Especially the comical arrogance of Vijay Sethupathi have created wonders on screen. Even a small character in the movie have owned the role to perfection providing a flawless performances from all sides.
Yaanji song and BGM does the work it was expected to do.
The movie is a rich mixture of class and entertaining elements with astonishing story and narration. In all, this movie is a treat to watch and worth sparing some extra bucks post GST.
When one particular name of a movie keeps rounding your ears amongst movie-buff circle, anyone would be rather intrigued to go for it. That is how I set to watch D16. A movie with no anticipation, zero expectation, just to experience the cinema and get entertained.
Movie starts with a crime scene and sets to move forward a few years where the flashback of investigation is told. The exaggeration about the crime, the mystery throughout the investigation and the search for clues - all these factors adds up to keep you in edge of your seat peeking on tip of your toes.
Plot is rather simple, but the narration in a police's point of view is top notch. You can't help but think about the crime scene and investigate along with the movie. That's how beautiful the narration is.
Karthik Naren has announced his arrival to Kollywood with an astonishing debut. The story and screenplay were nothing less to perfect. Dialogues were so mature for such a young director.
BGM beautifully synced with the rugged tone of the movie. Glad that there wasn't any song to ruin the flow.
As the name suggests, there are 16 characters in the film. But there are two outstanding characters in the name of Rahman and the Constable who assists Rahman. Rest all of them have done their part in upwards direction.
This movie is a perfect treat for all people. It gets you to investigate, think and keeps you active and entertained in all means. Its a rare genius.
Movie starts with a crime scene and sets to move forward a few years where the flashback of investigation is told. The exaggeration about the crime, the mystery throughout the investigation and the search for clues - all these factors adds up to keep you in edge of your seat peeking on tip of your toes.
Plot is rather simple, but the narration in a police's point of view is top notch. You can't help but think about the crime scene and investigate along with the movie. That's how beautiful the narration is.
Karthik Naren has announced his arrival to Kollywood with an astonishing debut. The story and screenplay were nothing less to perfect. Dialogues were so mature for such a young director.
BGM beautifully synced with the rugged tone of the movie. Glad that there wasn't any song to ruin the flow.
As the name suggests, there are 16 characters in the film. But there are two outstanding characters in the name of Rahman and the Constable who assists Rahman. Rest all of them have done their part in upwards direction.
This movie is a perfect treat for all people. It gets you to investigate, think and keeps you active and entertained in all means. Its a rare genius.
A successful movie can create a new identity to the team involved in making. As Director Arivazhagan is already addressed as director of Eeram, after this movie, he can definitely be addressed as director of Kuttram 23. This credit goes to the protagonist Arun Vijay as well.
Kollywood has established a new benchmark in investigation thriller after the success of movies like Thani Oruvan to recent Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru. Precisely, Kuttram 23 have met those standards with a riveting plot and a befitting social message.
The movie has followed a simple art of story telling with a linear screen-play. But this does not mean that you can sit reclined in your seat.
The action sequences especially are well made and looks realistic. Unlike majority of thriller movies, this movie looks more colorful and grand in visual.
Fortunately, every other factors falls into place for this movie. Please don't search for shortcoming(there isn't any in my opinion), as this kind of movies are meant to be watched by audience of all categories.
Kollywood has established a new benchmark in investigation thriller after the success of movies like Thani Oruvan to recent Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru. Precisely, Kuttram 23 have met those standards with a riveting plot and a befitting social message.
The movie has followed a simple art of story telling with a linear screen-play. But this does not mean that you can sit reclined in your seat.
The action sequences especially are well made and looks realistic. Unlike majority of thriller movies, this movie looks more colorful and grand in visual.
Fortunately, every other factors falls into place for this movie. Please don't search for shortcoming(there isn't any in my opinion), as this kind of movies are meant to be watched by audience of all categories.