Kazhuvethi Moorkkan
| Kazhuvethi Moorkkan | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Sy Gowtham Raj |
| Written by | Sy Gowtham Raj |
| Produced by | S. Ambeth Kumar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Sridhar |
| Edited by | Nagooran |
| Music by | D. Imman |
Production company | Olympia Movies |
| Distributed by | Red Giant Movies |
Release date |
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Running time | 150 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Kazhuvethi Moorkkan is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language political action drama film written and directed by Sy Gowthama Raj.[1] The film stars Arulnithi, Dushara Vijayan, and Santhosh Prathap, with Chaya Devi, Munishkanth, Sharath Lohithaswa, Rajasimman, and Yaar Kannan portraying supporting roles.[2] The music was composed by D. Imman with cinematography by Sridhar and editing by Nagooran.
The film was released on 26 May 2023. It received positive reviews from critics.[3]
Plot
[edit]Moorkkan and Bhoomi have been childhood friends from their school days, when Bhoomi helped Moorkkan after being hit by a bull. However, Moorkkan's parents try to separate them because Bhoomi belongs to a lower caste. Bhoomi helps his community from caste oppression and inspires them to follow his example and educate themselves.
The opposition party representing the higher caste tries to siphon votes from the lower caste through a poster campaign in their neighbourhood, causing an uproar. Moorkkan supports Bhoomi and the lower caste on this issue.
The opposition party conspires to eliminate Bhoomi with the help of Moorkkan's father. They kill Bhoomi such that Moorkkan appears to be the murderer. Afterwards, Moorkkan discovers their plan and avenges his friend's death before being shot by a policeman belonging to his own caste.
Cast
[edit]- Arulnithi as Moorkasamy "Moorkkan"
- Dushara Vijayan as Kavitha
- Santhosh Prathap as Bhoominathan "Bhoomi"
- Saya Devi as Valli
- Munishkanth as Unmai
- Rajasimman as Muniaraj
- Sharath Lohithaswa as Prithiv Kumar
- Yaar Kannan as Moorkasamy's father
- Poster Nandakumar as KTAK Party leader
Production
[edit]The film was directed by Sy Gowthamraj, who earlier directed the film Raatchasi.[4] It was produced by S. Ambeth Kumar under the banner of Olympia Movies.[5] The cinematography of the film was done by Sridhar, and the editing of the film was done by Nagooran.[6] The film was shot in 2022 between July and September around the places of Ramanathapuram, Sivaganga, Virudhunagar, and Rameswaram.[7][8]
Music
[edit]| Kazhuvethi Moorkkan | |||||
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| Released | 2023 | ||||
| Recorded | 2022–2023 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 15:43 | ||||
| Language | Tamil | ||||
| Label | Think Music | ||||
| Producer | D. Imman | ||||
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The music of the film was composed by D. Imman.[9]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Ava Kanna Paatha" | Yugabharathi | Jithin Raj | 4:03 |
| 2. | "Senthaamarai" | Yugabharathi | Jithin Raj | 4:00 |
| 3. | "Yenga Pona Raasa" | Sy Gowtham Raj | Vaikom Vijayalakshmi | 4:09 |
| 4. | "Nikkira Pozhuduthan Pogapothey" | J. P. Veeramani, Yugabharathi | J. P. Veeramani | 3:31 |
| Total length: | 15:43 | |||
Release
[edit]The film was released on 26 May 2023.[10][11]
Reception
[edit]Logesh Balachandran of The Times of India gave it 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan manages to captivate us to a considerable extent with its solid screenplay."[12] Kirubhakar Purushothaman of The Indian Express gave it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "While the story is engrossing, the same could not be said about the craft of the film."[13] Cinema Vikatan gave the film a mixed review, stating, "If the intensity shown in the action sequence had been in the screenplay, the film would gain some attention."[14]
Navein Darshan of Cinema Express gave it 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "This intricately-written film needed better craft."[15] A critic from Dinamalar gave the film a rating of 3 out of 5 stars, stating, "It is a notable action film that talks local politics."[16] A critic from Maalai Malar gave the film a rating of 3.25 out of 5 stars, stating, "Though some scenes have flaws, it is a watchable film for its story, cinematography, and performances by actors."[17]
Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote, "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan has its heart in the right place but succumbs to mediocre writing, and while terrific performances salvage it to be a decent entertainer, the film leaves you wishing for more."[18] Latha Srinivasan of India Today gave the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan delivers a social message without being preachy."[19]
References
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- ^ ""சாதி அரசியல் குறித்த மூன்றாவது பார்வையை முன் வைத்துள்ளேன்" - இயக்குநர் கௌதம ராஜ்". Nakkheeran. 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Arulnithi-Gowthamaraj film titled Kazhuvethi Moorkan". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 21 March 2023. Retrieved 15 May 2023.
- ^ "Arulnithi says, 'Kazhuvethi Moorkan will break my image as just a 'thriller' actor' I Exclusive". India Today. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (15 March 2023). "Arulnithi's next with 'Ratchasi' director titled 'Kazhuvethi Moorkkan'". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 15 March 2023.
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- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkan gets a release date". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 11 May 2023. Retrieved 15 May 2023.
- ^ ""தேடப்படும் குற்றவாளி" - கவனம் ஈர்க்கும் அருள்நிதியின் 'கழுவேத்தி மூர்க்கன்' புதிய போஸ்டர்". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). 15 May 2023. Archived from the original on 15 May 2023. Retrieved 15 May 2023.
- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan Movie Review : Arulnithi shine in this well-written film on caste-based politics". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan review: This nuanced story needed better craftsmanship". The Indian Express. 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ டீம், விகடன் (26 May 2023). "கழுவேத்தி மூர்க்கன் விமர்சனம்: சரியான அரசியல் பேசும் கிராமத்து ஆக்ஷன் படம்; ஆனால் திரைக்கதை?". Vikatan (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan Movie Review: A noteworthy addition to the list of anti-casteist social dramas". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "கழுவேத்தி மூர்க்கன் - விமர்சனம் {3/5} : கழுவேத்தி மூர்க்கன் - காட்டாறு… - Kazhuvethi Moorkan". Dinamalar. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan". maalaimalar.com (in Tamil). 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "'Kazhuvethi Moorkkan' movie review: Arulnithi's revenge drama is modest but with potential to be more". The Hindu. 26 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "Kazhuvethi Moorkkan Movie Review: Arulnithi ably holds the frame in this rural social drama". India Today. Archived from the original on 26 May 2023. Retrieved 26 May 2023.