Critically acclaimed Kollywood director Vetrimaaran’s Vidudhalal- part one starring Vijay sethupathi, Soori in the key roles haa hit the screens today. Let’s see how it fares.
Story: Kumar (Soori) tops the police Academy training and joins the service. To the huge disappointment to Kumar, he will be offered as a tiffin carrier post for his higher grade officers. In the meantime fine day, government and police searching most wanted Prajadalaam head Parumallu (Vijay Sethupathi). What happens next?How will the circumstances turn critical for Kumar? Will Kumar able to find out the whereabouts of Parumallu, forms the crucial crux of film.
Performances: Soori is impressive in his role as the lead actor. He carried he film on his shoulders literally and brought authentic texture to the proceedings. He acting in all crucial scenes is effective and brings depth to the narrative.
As usal, Vijay Sethupathi is terrific with his getup and rustic makeover. His screen presence adds realistic texture to the proceedings. His Ferocious acting is amazing and true to the character he portrayed.
Gautam Vasudev Menon perfectly fitted in the given cop role as the talented actor is convincing in his role.
Adding to the above roles, other actors such as Chetan are impressive in their respective roles.
Technicalities: Music by Mastero Ilaiyaraaja is soothing as his songs are situational and takes an involvement in the scenes but his background score is no that gripping compared to his previous best works.
The photography work by Velraja is arresting as his work is visible in every frame. The tried present to entire film on a realistic
approach. Editing work is appealing but lacks sharpness in it.
Production values this concept oriented film are okay and so is case with the production design work.
Analysis: Vidudhala mainly focuses on the social circumstances prevailing in the society. Director Vetrimaaran dealt the concept in his own style by not missing the commercial elements.
He presented the entire film on an effective note which we can witness in the scene order and characterization. To summerize,
Vidudhala is hard hitting social drama in typical Vetrimaaran’s style. Those who like message oriented dramas will surely like the film.
Verdict: Realistic approach!
Rating: 2.5/5
