Pattalam

Nadiya, Irfan, Hari, Balaji, Satya, Arun

In the second half, the attempted suicide by one of the eight, and the introduction of a sort of triangle between Sakkarai (Arun), Karthi (Irfan) and Sophie (Kripa) hit predictable terrain. Read More

Jassie Gift's songs reflect the mood of the film aptly. The song 'Iskubera Raaraa' stands out. The background score is notewprthy in some sequence, especially the emotional ones. Cinematographer Krishnasamy has captured the mood of the film beautifully. Read More

As regards technicians, they appear to have had an easy ride not taking the film too seriously at all. Music by Jassie Gift of 'Four the people' fame does not help the film. In the climax, the song that Irfan sings brings in a little excitement. Read More

In all, it is a good outing during the ensuing school holidays. Read More

On the downside, the director could have extracted better performances from the bunch of newcomers especially the new girl Kripa, who at times is irritating. The comedy scenes like the guys going to steal money in disguise and the pranks they play on each other fails to evoke laughter. Read More

The climax is confusing whether it is about cautioning or scaring the young students. It could have been positive. This is anyway the liberty of the director, but only those who are aware of his intentions can appreciate the film. Read More

Pattalam is for the adolescents whose expectations from a movie are just entertainment, nothing else. The movie might not satisfy mature audiences and those who expect substance from a script. Read More