Tamil Reviews

Beauty and Joy

It takes courage and conviction to take an untreaded path and leave a trail. That way, Prakash Raj can be called a trailblazer for he has, through Duet Movies, encouraged fresh talents and has consistently been translating dreams of creators into realities.Be it Anthapuram…

For action-lovers

Nandha starrer Agaram is an action-paced entertainer. The movie is a tale of vengeance and has riveting action all through.Director Nagaraj has managed to sustain the momentum in the screenplay throughout. The problems that trigger off problems are, incidentally, those that spark off after…

All about friendship

Chinni Jayanth has earned a reputation for his comical roles on silvers screen. But the actor has opted to go the opposite way in his directorial venture Kanal Neer. He has rendered a serious film that dwells on friendship. Besides wielding the megaphone, the veteran…

Realistic chronicle

Director Gnanarajasekaran proved his mettle chronicling the life of poet Bharathi in his previous attempt. He has now gone a step ahead to record the happenings in the life of the rationalist leader E V R Ramasamay Naicker aka Periyar, who launched a crusade against…

A touchy tale

After Pallavan, director Padmamagan has come out with Ammuvagiya Naan. A movie on a bold theme narrated in an excellent manner.Opting to go the K Balachander way, Padmamagan has touched up on a sensitive theme - life of a prostitute. At many places, Padmamagan…

Joyous ride halfway

After a brief interval, director Ravichandran is back to render a romantic entertainer in Urchagam. The film begins on a promising note with vibrant visuals backed by a brisk narration.Love, romance and friendship dominated the first half. Alas, when it ends, it loses all…

A gentle breeze

Amidst action packed commercial clichés and masala flicks, the director duo Haricharan and Newton have tried their hands at a 'different cinema'. Though the end product is far from convincing, the fact that they attempt to churn out a realistic cinema needs to be appreciated.…

A laugh riot

Amidst action-packed films in contemporary cinema, director T P Gajendran has come out with a light-hearted hilarious entertainer, which is sure to make you laugh. It is an enjoyable fare thanks to Prasanna and Vadivelu dominating the whole show.A remake of a hit Malayalam…

A commercial entertainer

Aarya - A commercial entertainerWant to unwind yourself from your hectic schedule? Head on straight to Arya. Madhavans latest release is a perfect film to relax and enjoy. It is a candy floss love story with right mix of action, romance and humour, Arya…

A nostalgic journey

Pallikoodam - A nostalgic journeyActor-director and cinematographer Thangar Bachchan has a penchant for off-beat movies. His earlier films including Azhagi, Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy and Solla Marantha Kathai dealt on earthy stories, which created a right feel among the masses.Emotions and sentiments form the…