Vettaikaaran (2009) Review in 2025
Vettaikaaran is a Tamil action comedy film that follows the story of a young man who becomes a smuggler to help his family, but gets entangled in a series of hilarious and action-packed events.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its high level of violence and mature themes.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching for fans of action-comedies and Vijay's fans. However, it's not suitable for family viewing due to its high level of violence and mature themes.
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The movie revolves around the character of Murugan, played by Vijay, who becomes a smuggler to help his family pay off their debts. However, his smuggling activities attract the attention of the police, and he gets caught up in a series of events that lead to a showdown with the villainous character, played by Prakash Raj.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The story is engaging and entertaining, with a good mix of action and comedy. However, the plot is not particularly original and relies on familiar tropes.
acting8.00/10
The acting is top-notch, with Vijay delivering a standout performance. The supporting cast is also good, but could have been more nuanced.
characters8.00/10
The characters are well-developed and relatable, with Vijay delivering a strong performance as the lead. However, the supporting cast is somewhat underutilized.
direction7.00/10
The direction is competent, but lacks a clear vision. The pacing is good, but the editing could be tighter.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is excellent, with some stunning visuals and clever camera work. However, the color palette is somewhat muted.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging storyline, good mix of action and comedy, excellent cinematography, standout performance from Vijay.
Cons
Underutilized supporting cast, somewhat predictable plot, could have been tighter editing.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a smuggler, I'm a businessman."
"Vettaikaaran is not just a movie, it's a way of life."
