Madras

September. 26,2014      
Rating:
7.9
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A portrayal of the lives of the people living in North Madras, focusing on the politics inside the slums and how their plight remains the same, despite the political class luring them constantly during elections.

Karthi as  Kaali
Catherine Tresa as  Kalaiarasi
Kalaiyarasan as  Anbu
Riythvika as  Mary
Mime Gopi as  Perumal
Pavel Navageethan as  Viji
Rama as  Kaali's Mother
Hari Krishnan as  Johnny
Charles Vinoth as  Maari
Imman Annachi as  

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Reviews

SmugKitZine
2014/09/26

Tied for the best movie I have ever seen

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Matialth
2014/09/27

Good concept, poorly executed.

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Bereamic
2014/09/28

Awesome Movie

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Phillipa
2014/09/29

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

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yunusitboss
2014/09/30

New movie Reviews and lots more Hot news .... LIKE THIS PAGE : English Hindi TAMIL TELUGU Facebook : Movie Review by Yunus Irshad https://www.facebook.com/YunusIrshadsMovieReviewMadras (U/A) TAMIL ----------- my Rating : ★★★★ HAS A BRUTAL WALL STRENGTHS :- * Story Screenplay Direction.... * Casting and Performances.... * Madras slang was perfect.... * BGM and "Naan nee" song.....WEAKNESSES :- * Few songs....FINAL VERDICT :- * Overall... the movie has a good concept which gives karthi a chance to come back... Do watch it ....A wall is a source of discontent between two political rivals. Kaali and his friend Anbu, who is a party worker, get embroiled in this clash.Director: Pa. Ranjith Stars: Karthi, Catherine Tresa, Kalaiyarasan | See full cast and crew »

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immyfastero
2014/10/01

Director Pa ranjith even in his previous movie attakatthi, now in this movie portrays the emotions of common man of north madras correctly....Nowadays i'm keep on wondering on the astonishing growth of Tamil cinema industry....Rather than showing usual fights, usual dramatic romance, usual heroism, usual buildups of normal Indian movies...they are standalone....This movie is one of its kind....It clearly portrays the normal chennayite.....It showcases two different characters...one anbu, a energetic, political knowledged bravo...who is keen on developing the people of their region....another one, Kali(actor karthi)...a friend who just want to live his life happily...As everyone has written so much in the above reviews..i don't want to narrate the story once again..i just want to tell some important things and drawbacks in this storyThe film gives a social message to oppressed people as well as others that political knowledge is a must....As we are seeing the effects of lack of political knowledge in this dumbest generation......It also shows usual fights of the same region guys....selection of actor karthi is good......but heroine selection is normal....They should have chosen some local chennai girl for this story....Even Anbu's wife Mary could have been selected as a heroine, as she represents the face of north chennai girls, moreover she is nice and beautiful....But Catherine will suit for other stories that will be story packed as well as commercial stuffs....every song is nice...background sometimes playing when it doesn't require and it doesn't play when it is required....Like it plays when the masses try to erase the wall by pouring paints..at that time the music try to diminish the main thing protest...and it is been portrayed dramatically...Likewise when kali try to kill villain guy at last...simply background music plays..it should play when viji kill already beaten villain....Of total...it is total superb movie with a important message that everyone should be taught of social politics which is needed for todays generations...and it shows kali starts doing it..instead of becoming usual hero involving in politics....Hats off to director pa ranjith...It 's a movie which we shouldn't miss

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ghajiniblue
2014/10/02

This North Madras movie is a delight to hear and all the actors and others artists who have contributed to this effect, deserve a pat.Madras, though on the longer side and venturing into predictable territory beyond a point, stands out for the presentation, the characterizations, the performances and for the unflinching direction efforts of Ranjith.The movie does tries to preach, but thankfully doesn't stray too much. A film of such genre, with a rag-tag cast usually falls in the hands of a new comer or a struggling actor. So, though it's surprising to see actors like him do it, it feels good to know that they aren't afraid to experiment.Madras is the right blend of raw action and commercial entertainment with a screenplay that will keep you hooked. Santhosh's soulful music and Karthi's brilliant performance, are other reasons this movie is a must watch.

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arun kumar
2014/10/03

The film encompasses elements like politics, drama, friendship, romance, betrayal, revenge and pride, and is a gripping affair all the way, with just a few minor breathers in the second half when the fare becomes predictable. The first half sets the benchmark pretty high with the tense, action-packed interval segment being among the best this year. Editor Praveen deserves credit for making the first half as taut as it is. Karthi has to be appreciated for accepting this script where he is just a part and not the pivot. This is easily one of his best and his noted caliber as a versatile performer comes to the fore again. In the raw fist cuffs and brawls, Karthi's intensity, punches and slaps appear truly real. Credit to the stunt choreographers too. Madras is definitely high on action!

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