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| PUGAIPPADAM
MOVIE REVIEW |
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by : Behindwoods review board |
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Starring:
: Yamini, Priya, Anand, Mrunalini,
Nanda, Amjad, Sivam, Harris, Madan.
Direction:
Rajeshlingam
Music:
Gangai Amaran
Production:
Boys Studio and Maya Bazaar cinemas |
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college campus, a gang of friends,
love, heartbreak… And
the end of life in college.
Each one of us can connect with
this and no one can hate it.
That is what Pugaippadam is
all about, the tried, tested
and safe theme of life in the
campus. Yes, it does strike
a chord.
Pugaippadam takes us into the
lives of a group of friends
who enjoy each other’s
company. When a group has boys
and girls, one expects love
to happen. Love does happen,
but the only problem being that
a triangle of sorts is formed.
Does the triangle of love threaten
the friendship? What happens
to the one whose love is never
returned? Does he sacrifice
his love for the sake of friendship?
How does the group of friends
react to the issue that this
triangle creates? Watch Pugaippadam
to find out.
At the outset, it must be said
that Pugaippadam does manage
to live up to the liveliness
and energy that we associate
with a campus movie. The first
half is colorful and enjoyable
with humor mixed at places.
The initial portions carry a
very positive feel which is
a strength of the movie. The
latter portions tend to move
more towards the pensive and
the morose, but still manage
to connect to the audience.
The climax, in particular, is
touching to a certain extent.
Pugaippadam has the ability
to transport you back to the
sweet memory of your college
days.
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On the flip side, the entire movie appears
episodic and fragmented. The flow is definitely
missing at many places, which is a sore
point. Also, the casting could have been
better. Shanmugasundaram’s role as
an HOD does not sit well on him, especially
in the scenes where his character is used
for comic relief. Venkat, appearing as a
professor, fits the bill. The young debut
stars have done their parts well.
The camera has been handled very well, capturing
the scenic beauty of the landscape. Director
Rajesh Lingam has proved that he has the
right stuff in him to make good movies if
he gets the right material. Music by Gangai
Amaran is another positive for the movie,
especially the song ‘Oru Kudaiyil’.
Overall, Pugaippadam treads the familiar
path of friendship, love and college life.
Though it lacks flow and depth in narration,
it still has enough to keep you smiling
and perhaps make you relive those wonderful
days in college.
Verdict:
Friendship, love, memories: Mixed bag
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