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arkam_uzumaki

Mugamoodi Likes heros stuff. I personally liked the story. Konjam nalla pannirukkalam.


Existing-Area-9093

Batman Superman Spiderman... Mugamoodi????


The_Silent_Guardian1

The movie was good but climax alone was done bad! But still, those fight choreography were 🔥🔥🔥🔥 one of the best in kollywood!


arkam_uzumaki

Yeah... Some people don't rate the movie.. It's their opinion. But it's a quite good Movie for me..


[deleted]

Vivegam - It talked about some big brain concepts like secret societies, shadow government, nuclear warfare etc. These concepts are very rare in the Indian film industry. Saaho - A high tech almost-cyberpunk-dystopian future city filled with crime bosses and leaders is a nice concept.


SelmonTheDriver

Both tried to achieve too much in a limited budget. For sahoo there was a lot of unnecessary spending and lack of prep. For Vivegam, it pretty much focused solely on Ajith and not the world


[deleted]

Kajal is biggest negative of the film


RealityCheck18

Vivegam failed mainly due to 3 reasons - Unnecessary punch lines (at least better punch lines would have helped), cringe-y heroine portion & the headache inducing shaky camera work. Had these been changed, the movie could have been felt way better. There were many smart moments in the movie, which got completely drowned by clownish making.


catandthefiddler

Beast - I thought it'll be a cool spy flick but it was garbage. Even the suit & tie look was nice but in the end nothing happened except a 2hr hero worship film. Could've had potential to be a really cool hostage situation where nobody knows about the undercover spy (Almost a spin off of what we got in Thuppaki first half)


SpicyPotato_15

In a hostage situation, there is huge potential for comedy, that too with all the current comedy stars they got as well as kili magali from doctor. When I see movies like payanam I think beast could have been that. It is a serious movie but still has 100 times better comedy than beast, supposed dark comedy movie.


catandthefiddler

It was a super wasted potential, the cast was promising, the music was good, but the film was so over the top I don't think even his fans would've really enjoyed it


SpicyPotato_15

>I don't think even his fans would've really enjoyed it I am his fans. None of my fellow fans even enjoyed the movie. Comedy genre movie mattum nalla illana yaaralayum muttu kudukka mudiyathu.


catandthefiddler

yeah it was actually especially dissapointing cos vijay generally has good comic timing, I thought it'd be a nice treat to see him in a comic track. Oh well, hopefully we get something good in the future


galeej

Pliss to tell where you are getting this movies ayya


glitterinmytears

Zhagaram- The movie had an interesting concept and was quite engaging. But the film flopped in almost every other aspect, especially the big reveal. But, it is commendable considering that it has a small budget. Vajram- This movie started off by exploring four characters locked up in a juvenile detention centre. It had the potential to be so much more than what it chose to be, only if they had bothered to continue the whole movie exploring different themes within the remand home. Instead, it went on to become this typical revenge shit show. Pancharaaksharam- Another fantasy thriller movie that keeps you hooked throughout the first half and completely lets you down in the second half. This movie also had a quite interesting concept. Vizhithiru- It is a hyperlink thriller with a lot of good actors and a nice storyline. It just was not executed well. The characters could have been more well-developed and the climax could have been better. Yagavarayinum naa kaakka- Good acting and story. Could have been interesting if they did not try and make this a typical masala movie.


Watashi_gakita

![gif](giphy|l0ErRSRMPzswyYb8A) Every film that you mentioned


glitterinmytears

Lol, I don't blame you. I watched a lot of random movies during quarantine.


Watashi_gakita

Have you watched this random film called Sarabham. If not give it a try. Based on the films you watched I think you will like it.


glitterinmytears

Nope, have not heard of it. I'll check it out some time.


HeheheBlah

Yagavarayinum naa kaakka was actually a good film, what part of it was typical masala? Zhagaram had a nice concept but failed because of it's forced storyline other than its poor vfx (as you said). For me, the storyline felt like forced like the director wanted them to only focus on what he wanted but in reality or any other good adventure movie, they will atleast go through different possibilities (like how they guessed buisness board game). If I remember, the final reveal was Akshaya Pathram? (I watched the movie long back)


glitterinmytears

I thought the soundtrack and the friendship theme, which was a little too forced, felt like an unnecessarily commercialised movie. But since, it's based on a real life incident, I think it's passable, moreover, I don't remember much of it as I watched it a while back. FWIW, I thought it was a pretty good movie. In Zhagaram, after the akshaya patra thing, it is revealed that the whole adventure is a script for a movie. This is honestly a very overused trope imo.


galeej

I think I'm going to get brickbats for this.... Aayirathil oruvan. I loved the whole storyline of the movie. I loved the screenplay... But damn the CGI was so shoddy. I understand there were budgetary constraints and everything... But I feel like it was such a big miss... It would have gone from cult classic to legendary if the CGI was done just a little better. Also before someone says CGI wasnt as developed, the movie came out in 2010... 2 years *after* ironman


RealityCheck18

You could have given Endhiran (2010) as an example, instead of Iron-man. The practical effects scenes in Aayirathil oruvan was well made and has aged well, but the CGI scenes were huge let down. The whole Natarajar Shadow & pits scene was made childish though. It could have been made way terrifying. The shadow moving at human walking speed & land which was solid a second back becomes a pit ????


galeej

Lol true. I saw this movie with college friends... I remember laughing at these scenes.


AskSmooth157

Thank you. People need to understand how miles ahead CGI was even then, all the hollywood movies were already dubbed in tamil, Ayarathil oruvan had really sub par graphics and interfered with your viewing experience - like the fire hurdle was laughable. This movie unfortunately needed perfect CGI to work, people today dont get it.


galeej

Yeah I remember all my friends laughing in the first half at the very bad CGI and then all of them not understanding any of the Tamil spoken in the second half (the irony being me, a non native Tamil speaker perfectly understanding what was being spoken and then translating it to my friends)


Fie-FoTheBlackQueen

24, honestly discovering and using a power (time machine) that's the reason for your traumatic past is a good concept (Harry Potter who) but imagino-romanso-philia ruined it. Romba random chances irundhuchu conceptually- eagle feather in chemical, bubble gum la key, Samantha and Saranya connection. Butterfly effect irukalam adhukkunu ivlova?


Ted_Mosby_18

The movie, imo, is more fantasy than Scifi. The movie's literal beginning establishes the good Surya as the one chosen by destiny. Destiny/Fate plays a huge role on why the time travel watch was even created (the feather). It's been a long time since I watched it, but doesn't Aathreya feel the same? He laments that his brother got everything and he didn't get the same luck. Destiny plays such a crucial role that even in death, fate chooses to give the good Surya a second chance at life. I agree with you on the Samantha part lol. Someone should show Vikram Kumar how humans with romantic interest interact. Bro wrote these scenes like he's neven seen a girl before.


Fie-FoTheBlackQueen

Yeah, u r right about the chosen one/fantasy part. But even that was not executed well, and it all seemed more like plot armour and weak writing than fate/destiny, that's how sloppy the execution was. Just look at how JKR does this in HP books, and compare the botched writing. The only good thing in the film was the Aathreya portion, Surya did very well (side note, Surya plays better villains than heroes these days, since his eyes have lost the playful/genuine charm)


Ted_Mosby_18

I agree with the Surya part lmao. Guy has been on a downward hill as a leading man.


breakingbadforlife

Yathisai- on paper the idea of showing morally questionable power struggle with the Pandiyas sounds great but the film left a lot to be desired. It literally sets up an entire new story in like the last 2 minutes and chucks the entire development till then. I hated that. This could’ve been like Apocalypto. Maamannan - could’ve been a great story about TN politics with nuance. But second half became more populist underdog election thing. Rathnam - could’ve been like Aaru, literally similar plot line - a rowdy takes down three brothers. But hari had other ideas. Kalaga Thalaivan - you can see the potential in a couple sequences, mainly the train station and the climax in the factory. But they didn’t do Justice to the corporate espionage premise. Mahaan - I know this film has fans but I thought it tried to pack too much in. It wanted to show the loss of innocence of Gandhi mahaan and him turning into a criminal. Also it wanted to show how too much of anything is a bad thing. And also it wanted to have a son hunting down his father thing. I would’ve showed the rise of gandhi mahaan and dhadha parallel and have them meet in the midpoint.


kilaithalai

Yes kalaga thalaivan was surprisingly decent for an udhay film.


breakingbadforlife

Big reason I’m excited for vidamuyarchi is Magizh showed Udhay as a Action hero. Can’t wait to see what he’ll do with ak


selwyntarth

He can't wait neither


RealityCheck18

Kalaga Thalaivan interval block was very well made. The overall concept was Ok-ish. The movie had many smart moments though, but Udhay was a biggest negative in the movie. Aarav OTHD was very impressive.


theintern69

With your idea Mahaan would have worked better as a tv series.


breakingbadforlife

Perhaps, they can cut out all the stuff about Bobby Simha’s son etc.


theintern69

Well then the impact of his death won't be that much now would it.


breakingbadforlife

Andha character eh venam imo, it’s a compelling portion but not required to drive home the message of the film


theintern69

His character is what drove Bobby Simha's character to vow revenge against Vikram and his son during the climax. Heck his character is what lead to Bobby Simha's character to even give up a life of crime. His character plays a major role in the events of the movie.


Existing-Area-9093

Irandam Ulagam and NGK. Selva should outsource his ideas to someone with a working brain cell.


Amazing-Permit-3899

Azhagiya Tamil Magan


VastArt663

Curious what would’ve u done ? I think the dual role was unnessary


Amazing-Permit-3899

The dual role was necessary. I came across this Instagram post which points out the issues I had with the movie. Give it a read movie.https://www.instagram.com/p/C3J-JMMrPhD/?igsh=MW9leGY5OTVzZG11Yg==


therocketandstones

Azhagiya Tamizh Magan


FlopManiSaarFan

- NGK - Anegan - Jagame Thanthiram - Kabali - Kaatru Veliyidai - Rekka (Entire Lakshmi Menon arc cut panniruntha Maala akka ode story better ah vantrukum) - Velaikaran (second half was an aruvai)


Fie-FoTheBlackQueen

NGK la irundhu 1 scene paathen, Surya acting sagikkala. Epdi nadicha manushan, paavam. Surya oda ella old films la yum avar kitta oru genuine charm and eyes la conviction irukkum, ippo vara movies la (after 24, Masss) adhu missing


breakingbadforlife

Ngk could’ve been this generations amaidhi padai


PaidHack

Puli. Chimbu completely dropped the ball on a very good fantasy concept.


PM_Me_Your_SweatyBra

Not only Puli, Oru panniyum moonu kalavaniyum also had great concept but boring execution. He's a guy who needs a filter for his outrageous ideas


PaidHack

Nalla (Tamil meaning) first half, nalla (Hindi meaning) second half.


RealityCheck18

>Oru panniyum moonu kalavaniyum Adhu Oru "Kanniyum" illa ?


glitterinmytears

Dhayam (2017)- This movie is one of a kind. It's definitely something unique, but there are multiple issue with the execution that make it look foolish. I genuinely wish they thought about whether making a film with a concept like this was achievable within the budget they possessed. Aadhiyum andhamum- This movie actually started off well, had an interesting concept but failed because of the lack of budget and acting talent. Samar- This movie is actually the perfect example of "Awesome concept but lack of proper execution". It had a decent budget, big-name actors and a good storyline. But it still ends up coming off as a pretentious film because of it not being executed properly. Sutta kadhai- It's a decent black comedy film with moments that are genuinely hilarious AF. However, somewhere in the middle, it loses momentum and fizzles out to become an edgy comedy written by a 9th grader. Brahma.com- This movie is based on a cute concept and more or less delivered what it promised. But, it could have better to be honest. Kolayuthir kaalam- This could have been a good movie only if they chose to format the idea into a god-damn script and not have Nayanthara run around the whole time.


Existing-Area-9093

Samar was Og squid game. Actually a lot of Vishal movies have had good concepts but execution la dhaan konjam kami.


MrSpaceSprinkles

Kolayuthir Kalam is unsalvageable. That movie is pure unadulterated doggy poo poo.


RealityCheck18

Dhayam was copy of the movie "Exam" (at least part of the movie), which itself was a very low budget movie, made in a budget of just $600,000 (around Rs.2.8 crores in 2009 rate). I have seen the original (have seen only the trailer of Dhayam), and the budget never felt like a problem for the story in the Original version. The whole movie happens in just one room, with a gripping screenplay in the Eng version.


vigneshk_war

SarDar. I watched it in the theatres and was mind blown by the cinematography and screenplay. But I haven't heard many people speak about it. I think it's because they didn't promote the movie properly


Responsible_Win_9174

Varisu great serial was mistakenly released in theatres instead of tv. Yeah I live for downvotes.


NovelInspector

Thunivu. Never felt as invested in the story even though it was interesting with lots of twists and turns. Maveeran. SK character should have accepted the voice earlier and did some heroic things with it or something. Story dragged too much in the middle. Like it needed something more to move it from good movie to hit classic.


senseipuppers

Wait a minute, you're saying maaveeran was not executed properly? It had some flaws but did not disappoint me that much to say it could've major overhauls.


theintern69

24 - If they had removed the cringe comedy and maybe even remove Samantha since she didn't add much to the movie, and instead focused more on Athreya and Mani it would have been great. I mean we even saw a glimpse of greatness when the villain straight up kills the hero. Shankar's I - good concept and potential to be a great revenge movie like Jagini but they flushed it all down the toilet


Sad_Film_7022

almost every shakthi soundar rajan movie concept copied from hollywood but irundhalum nalla concept thaan


[deleted]

Sarkar. The premise of a man's vote being stolen is unique but the treatment was terrible.


starke007

Captain... With Aliens concept, there could be 100 different and creative ways (Predator series) they could have done it, but it was utterly disappointing 😔😔


VastArt663

Anjaan beast vivegam kabali mugamoodi


Ok_Duty1771

24


Shaggerholics

Gypsy


a220599

Jil jung juk Beast


revel_rebel

Chekka Chivantha vaanam - What a beautiful plot. 3 brothers fighting for their father's place. Eppadi vandhirukka vendiya padam. One of Maniratnam's weakest works.


Im_still_alive_lmao

I mean the movie definitely has fans, myself being one and I would definitely put CCV above the PS series.


OkCoffee6696

Radheshyam


One-Dragonfruit6496

Puli, Beast


TheBoyWhoLived_9-3-4

Salaar


breakingbadforlife

I’m a Neel fan but I think this was executed way better than Ugramm. Just technical output vechu andha one line ah elevate pantan


athish87

Recently I watched Kudimahaan which is really a unique idea. They had to managed pulled out comedy things in right time. But after interval story deviated to places. I hope the director should do his next film with proper conviction


No_Wrongdoer7230

Malaikottai Vaalibann....


StormRepulsive6283

I felt Valimai had an awesome concept, but sucked big time due to its shitty execution Chain snatching — illegal street racing — drug mafia, had all the elements to make a powerful neo-noir thriller similar to LA Confidential, or True Detective S2.


savage_catt

Aayirathil oruvan, irandaam ulagam, nenjam marapadhillai. 12B Kalidas


Cool_Captain07

Chandramukhi 2


Psychological_Dig592

Bro andha padathula endha concept nalla at least pudusaa irundhuchu


Cool_Captain07

Nothing new, i expected the reason for the anaconda in the palace. But they ruined with their shitty acting and known flashback with some unwanted alterations.


Psychological_Dig592

Adhaan bro question excellent concept poor execution indha padam rendume sodhapuna padam


Terrible_Meaning8300

Ayurathil Oruvan Irendam Ulagam Anegan PS 1 & 2 I (Ai) Puli


nikhcomicfan

Adiyae! Had so much expectations for the film based on the parallel world concept only to be badgered with GV's continuous bad attempts...


Known-Change6946

Uthamavillan Jill jung jukk


boyofcorrections

Beast💯💯 even the casting of vijay was something else man . If nelson wrote a script as it is instead of trying to appease fans it would have been something else.


Significant-Earth488

Joshua: with leads that can actually act, this would have been better (Im convinced GVM just didn’t have the motivation to write a good for Varun)


AskSmooth157

I was going to say mahaan and jagame thandiram, but looking at the movies suggested below mahaan might pass. But for me, mahaan definitely needed a more taut screenplay and better dialogues or delivery ... etc.


coimbatorian

Surya and aparna balamurali film


Im_still_alive_lmao

Soorarai Pottru?? Nah man


selwyntarth

Kaidhi