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Aarathu Sinam is a remake of the Malayalam film - Memories. It tells the story of an honest police officer who becomes addicted to alcohol owing to the personal losses n his life. However, being an able officer he is entrusted responsibility of a new case. While dealing with this intriguing case, he is joined by a famous female media personality. This results in many more interesting events that form the films story.
Critic Consensus
Critical reception for Aarathu Sinam is mixed, with the majority of reviewers finding it a decent but unexceptional crime thriller. Several critics acknowledged its place in the underexplored investigative genre in Tamil cinema, and Arulnithi's performance was singled out as a highlight. However, detractors found the film disappointing as a remake, with specific criticism directed at underdeveloped supporting characters, a weak antagonist motive, and a heavy-handed execution. Audiences unfamiliar with the original Malayalam film are more likely to find it rewarding.
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“Characters come and go – a journalist who doesn't believe in research, a cop who doubts Arvind, a suspect who worked as a driver for one of the victims. A heavily made-up Aishwarya Rajesh reminds us, grimly, that one Kaaka Muttai does not a Kollywood career make. Even the serial killer's motive is underwhelming. And he won't shut up either.”Read full review ↗
“Aarathu Sinam is not a frame-by-frame remake unlike many of the recent Malayalam remakes and some of the changes that the director has made to the plot work and make better sense in the context of the milieu where he sets his story.”Read full review ↗
“Arivazhagan's Aarathu Sinam is definitely a progressive Tamil movie that deserves a watch for its sincere attempt at the less explored investigative crime thriller genre.”Read full review ↗
“While one didn't expect it to match the original film, Aarathu Sinam was disappointing as it didn't match low expectations either.”Read full review ↗
“Director Arivazhagan's Aarathu Sinam is a decent crime thriller with plenty of exciting moments that make it worth a watch.”Read full review ↗
“Aarathu Sinam is a decent investigation thriller, especially for audiences who haven't seen the original.”Read full review ↗
“Aarathu Sinam is a compelling suspense thriller that'll have you at the edge of your seat. Arulnithi's performance is a highlight of this movie.”Read full review ↗
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- Release Date
- 26 February 2016
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Language
- Tamil
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