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Naalu Policeum Nalla Irundha Oorum

24 July 2015Tamil2h 15m
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 6 scored reviews · 3 not rated

A clever cop-village concept held back by weak writing and a faltering second half.

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

  • Praised: Singam Puli's comic performance
  • Criticised: Poor execution of unique premise

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Critical reception for Naalu Policeum Nalla Irundha Oorum is mixed to negative, with most reviewers acknowledging the film's unique and novel premise but lamenting its underwhelming execution. Singam Puli's comedy and emotional range drew consistent praise, and several critics noted Arulnithi's performance as adequate for his role. The most common criticisms center on an uneven screenplay, an ineffective second half, and verbose, uninspiring pacing that prevents the film from realizing its potential.

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Critic reviews (9)

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  1. FilmiBeat

    Film review ·

    With a theme as unique as this, Naalu Policeum Nalla Irundha Oorum could've been much better had it been executed with little more intent. The movie is a rough mixture of comedy and drama in inappropriate proportions.
  2. India Glitz

    Film review ·

    The film depends predominantly on Singampuli and he does not disappoint in giving his brand of comedy. He also has scope for emotions in the second half and with that he proves he is not just a comedian. Arulnithi as a good minded policeman who seriously tries to restore the peace gives what is required for the character. Remya Nambeesan is refreshing while Bhagavathy Perumal and Rajkumar could have been used better to bring in more fun and laughter.
  3. MovieCrow

    Film review ·

    The crux of NPNO has true potential. A stage like setting and a confused second half pull back NPNO from the heights it could have reached. The end result looks like an ordinary game played on a superb turf.
  4. NowRunning

    Film review ·

    ... is a tedious comedy drama full of uninspiring, verbose performances. Even at a running time of 135 minutes, the film looks butt-numbing to sit through.
  5. BehindWoods

    Film review ·

    One of the downers of NPNO is its cheesy dramatic screenplay which gives a soap opera effect. Some section of the audience may find NPNO as disjointed but having said that there could also be a fair share of takers who might grab it with open hands for some funny moments. Verdict: Screams of Juvenility and lacks a grip!
  6. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    If you're looking to watch a cop film which doesn't feature violence, gore or over-the-top action sequences, then this movie might be your pick. Watch it for the comic sequences.
  7. Sify

    Film review ·

    Naalu Policeum Nalla Iruntha Oorum is yet another film where the core story is unique and novel but the execution falls short.
  8. The Hindu

    Film review ·

    NPNO is an admirable film, mainly for its irreverence to elements that are typically thought of as being forced by producers. There's no big climactic duel at the end. There's just the one duet in the whole film, and even that is shot as a parody of a song from the black and white era, as if to say that it is in that time that such love songs firmly belong.

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