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Martin

11 October 2024Kannada2h 27m
ActionDramaThriller
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 5 scored reviews · 2 not rated

Martin's action keeps the pulse going, but weak writing holds it back.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Action sequences sustain engagement
  • Criticised: Weak writing and poor execution

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Critical reception for Martin is largely negative, with most reviewers finding the film a disappointment despite its considerable budget. The action sequences were the most consistently acknowledged positive element, noted for arriving at the right moments and maintaining some viewer engagement. However, critics widely condemned the film's weak writing, messy narrative, and poor execution, with several pointing to a mismatch between the scale of production and the quality of storytelling. Overall, the consensus is that Martin fails to deliver an engaging or satisfying experience.

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Critic reviews (7)

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  3. India Today

    Film review ·

    The film is a two-and-a-half-hour ride full of loud dialogues, over-the-top action, bad BGM and a mess of a story.

  4. Ottplay

    Film review ·

    Martin movie review: Dhruva Sarja's much-delayed action thriller is in theatres, but falls woefully short in delivering an engaging and entertaining experience. Dhruva Sarja's film is an assault on the senses.

  5. TimesNowNews

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    Martin Is Not A 'Joke,' But A Big-Budget Disappointment! The film fails to deliver on its ambitious premise, squandering its considerable budget on a narrative that neither engages nor satisfies.

  6. Hindustan Times

    Film review

    Given that this is also a Kannada movie, the audience keeps KGF and Kantara as their benchmarks when they walk into the theatre. Kannada actor Dhruva Sarja's Martin is the film one is talking about.

  7. The Hindu

    Film review ·

    Martin had the potential to be a pulpy and exciting thriller, and the action blocks come at the right time to keep our curiosity intact. However, the problem lies in the execution of action sequences and the handling of the film's numerous ideas. Despite being blessed with a huge budget, the makers seem to have overlooked the importance of elegance in execution and finesse in writing.

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