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Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai

15 May 2015Tamil2h 39m

What critics are saying

Critical reception for Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai is mixed, with reviewers broadly acknowledging the merit of its concept — exploring the conflict surrounding a death sentence verdict — while faulting its execution.

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Purampokku is an Indian Tamil film directed by S. P. Jananathan.

Critic Consensus

Critical reception for Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai is mixed, with reviewers broadly acknowledging the merit of its concept — exploring the conflict surrounding a death sentence verdict — while faulting its execution. The film's politically charged premise and moments of engagement, particularly the exchanges between inmates and police officers, drew measured appreciation. However, multiple critics noted that the film spreads itself too thin by taking on too many issues and lacks the tight control across departments that the material demanded. Those with an appetite for political thrillers may find it worthwhile, though most critics stopped short of calling it a complete success.

3 rated reviews · 1 positive · 2 mixed

Praised: Laudable concept and premiseCriticised: Weak execution and overreach

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Critic Reviews (5)

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Vinay Kumar· KoiMoi
6.0
It is a good attempt from S P Jananathan, with respect to the concept of the film. But, it would have been the best if the film maker could have controlled all other departments too in the right way.
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Anupama Subramanian· Deccan Chronicle
5.0
Perhaps due to the simplicity of the politically charged plot, the movie overall can seem to lack a layer or two. But be not so demanding – by presenting the conflict involved in a death sentence verdict and avoiding much obvious didactics, Purampokku will keep you engaged and might make you take up a cause worth fighting for.
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...is another film where the concept is laudable but fails short in execution.
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Raisa Nasreen· BookMyShow
Not rated
Overall, this film is interesting and engaging. Watch it if you're a fan of political-thrillers, and if you have enjoyed S. P. Jananathan's films in the past.
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PipingHotViews Reviewer· PipingHotViews
Not rated
Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai' has its moments when the inmates & police officers nonchalantly trade law points at each other and the cat-and-mouse game between the Jailer & the Prisoner with the Hangman playing the innocent foil. However, the engagement factor goes for a toss as the film tries to take on too many issues.
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Details

Release Date
15 May 2015
Runtime
2h 39m
Language
Tamil
Genre
Drama

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