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Miruthan

19 February 2016Tamil1h 49mPart 1 of the Miruthan series
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out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 8 scored reviews · 2 not rated

Ambitious zombie debut, but script and effects let it down.

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

  • Praised: novelty of genre attempt
  • Criticised: weak script and poor execution

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Critical reception for Miruthan is mixed to mildly negative, with most critics acknowledging it as a notable attempt at introducing the zombie genre to Tamil cinema while falling short of its potential. The film is most commonly praised for its novelty and genre ambition, with some reviewers crediting director Shakthi Sounder Rajan for attempting something different from mainstream Tamil fare. However, the majority of critics cite poor execution, a half-baked script, forced melodrama, and weak VFX as significant drawbacks, with several noting that the film compares unfavorably to Hollywood zombie films. Imman's background score, particularly the song Mirutha Mirutha, is singled out as a rare emotional highlight.

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Critic reviews (10)

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  1. Bollywood Life

    Film review ·

    In the end, it is a very good maiden effort in Kollywood and even in India to make a zombie film. So, please don't compare with Hollywood and go with an open mind and you will enjoy the experience.

  2. BehindWoods

    Film review ·

    For audiences who have not seen Hollywood zombie films, Miruthan would be a new experience. And kudos definitely to Shakthi Sounder Rajan for attempting something different from the usual themes that Tamil cinema is known to churn out film after film. Verdict: A new attempt in Tamil cinema that has its share of thrills...

  4. Deccan Chronicle

    Film review ·

    Still, it's hard to tell how Miruthan will go down. For predominantly Tamil audiences who haven't really seen such a flick before, Miruthan might still just be a mild curiosity with a potential to spark greater interest in the genre.

  6. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    Even though the execution is off, the haunting song that Imman provides for this moment, Mirutha Mirutha, hits us hard, and makes us care for the lead pair.

  7. DNA India

    Film review ·

    When their town is invaded by zombies, the residents seem to be quite calm and collected, except for occasional screaming. The movie is quite tiring by the end. The zombies of Hollywood will do a far better job of entertaining you than Miruthan.

  8. Rediff

    Film review ·

    But the half-baked script, ordinary VFX and inept execution make director Shakti Soundar's Miruthan a tedious watch.

  9. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    Miruthan is certainly a commendable effort at introducing a genre to the Tamil audience. Watch this film if you have loved zombie films in the past, and if you're a fan of Jayam Ravi. A sweet twist awaits you during the climax. Watch out for it.

  10. The Hindu

    Film review ·

    That's native, organic humour, but there isn't a lot of that in Miruthan, which suffers from the same malady that afflict many bad Tamil films: needless, forced melodrama, and a distinct lack of subtlety. I think it's safe to say that we still don't have our first zombie film.

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