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Kadal (2013)
Another feather in Mani's cap.
Wow...was the expression when the movie ended. Had I taken all the negative reviews seriously I would have missed a great movie. Only a seasoned director like Mani Ratnam can give such a beautiful film. After watching Kadal one can see why Mani Ratnam is a huge name in Indian cinema. If you have come to a conclusion that I am a huge Mani fan you are absolutely wrong. But this movie has changed my opinion about him. I was really really disappointed about some of his previous outing. At the same time I have not forgotten some of his great works like Agni Nakshatram, Mouna Ragam, Keethangali and Alaipayuthey. I like this Mani a lot not the one who made movies like Ravanan. I am well aware that this movie is not well received by his fans. But if you go by their reaction you are certainly going to miss a fantastic work.
Everyone in his crew has given their best shot including the new comers Gowtham and Thulasi. And what a powerful comeback for Arvindsamy. For Arjun it s a very different role as he has never tried negative characters in his film career I guess. Ponvannan is amazing as always. I don't need to say much about the technicians as Mani Ratnam would hire only the best in the industry. Beautiful camera, beautiful locations and some beautiful songs. So drink Kadal sip by sip.
David (2013)
May God help David
I don't know what exactly the director is trying to say or do. I watched the movie only for the sake of Goa. It looks good in this movie. Only Vikram and Goa can save the movie if not God. Tabu and Luara Dutta have done their part well. Isha Sharvani is so cute and her deaf and dumb role is enjoyable. Vikram's ghost father character will give some funny moment and the punch Kirrukku Santa Vikram gives on every bride's cheek in the village I feel the most hilarious and enjoyable part of the movie. I can't think of any special and enjoyable scenes in the other two episodes in this movie.
But overall the movie is a total disappointment. Certainly not a way to spend your weekend. May God help David.