Despite the compelling plot, Kanithan is an uninspired action thriller that has little to offer, feels S Saraswathi.
Aarathu Sinam has many exciting moments that make it worth a watch, writes S Saraswathi.
Trisha Illana Nayanthara is a prejudiced portrayal of modern day youngsters discovering their sexuality, says S Saraswathi.
The film starts out well with plenty of fun and intrigue, but the second half does not live up to the promises of the first, writes S Saraswathi.
The hospital said she 'continues to be under treatment and observation for all vital parameters, respiratory support and passive physiotherapy'.
The film is packed with comedy actors, trying to outdo each other but the narrative is slow and tedious, says S Saraswathi.
Director Bakkiyaraj Kannan's Remo is a ridiculous romantic comedy revolving around the hero's struggles to win the girl of his dreams.
Thaarai Thappattai may not appeal to all but it is definitely worth a watch.
Navratri celebrations in Chennai are not only about Golu dolls, Saraswathi Puja or Ayudha Puja. These days, Durga Puja and Dandiya Raas too are regular events in the city, reports S Saraswathi.
Marudhu will give you a headache, warns S Saraswathi.
Ko 2 is too dreary to make an impact, feels S Saraswathi.
Pencil is an engaging thriller with an interesting plot and good performances, feels S Saraswathi.
Suriya is undoubtedly the star of the show as the cold-blooded Athreya, showing no mercy or remorse, writes S Saraswathi.
The director has kept the narration simple without any unnecessary drama and both - the situations and the characters - appear real, says S Saraswathi.
The Tamil version does not boast of strong characters, feels S Saraswathi.
Good performances, a well-written screenplay and great comedy make Vasanthamani's Vetrivel a decent watch, writes S Saraswathi.
Despite the poor technical support and the monotony, Radha Mohan's Uppu Karuvaadu leaves you with a smile, says S Saraswathi.
Director Lakshman pitches love against money in Romeo Juliet and there are no prizes for guessing which one wins, writes S Saraswathi.
'He had a continuing interest in life, people, and the society in which he lived,' remembers Shyam Benegal, who collaborated with the polyglot playwright and actor through the 1970s and remained his friend for more than five decades.
What does the box office of Akshay Kumar and Hrithik Roshan's film have to say?
The narrative seems to go absolutely nowhere from start to finish, says S Saraswathi.
Thoonga Vanam is definitely not your regular thriller, writes S Saraswathi.
'Things are far from normal. The roads are still under several feet of water and every time we venture out, it is a nightmare wading through the water that is no longer flowing but stagnant, filthy and foul-smelling. Shops are yet to stock up on supplies. Power supply is erratic and there is constant fear that it might go off again.' S Saraswathi recalls the horrific four days of her life.
Freshly packed ladoos were distributed by exuberant party workers to everyone on the road, and even to commuters on the bus, auto and bikes.
Pokkiri Raja is a silly meaningless action comedy, says S Saraswathi.
The letter alleged that some of the recent articles written by the award-winning writer amounted to "misleading" the Muslim youth. It also warned that Ramanunni would meet the same fate as that of professor T J Joseph, whose right arm was chopped off by the members of a radical Muslim outfit for allegedly hurting their religious sentiments through a question paper he had set.
Pichaikkaran may have overdosed on action and sentiment but the film is definitely worth your time, says S Saraswathi.
The film is reduced to a lame science fiction with an overdose of action, writes S Saraswathi.
Some of the performances are ordinary, but even that does not affect the magic of this film, says S Saraswathi.
Vil Ambu is an engaging thriller, writes S Saraswathi.
Jil Jung Juk does have its share of laughs but it lacks the chaos, excitement and crazy fun that would have made the film more enjoyable, writes S Saraswathi.
Yatchan is an unexciting action comedy, writes S Saraswathi.
The film appears more colorful and vibrant but drags a bit in the second half, writes S Saraswathi.
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam President M Karunanidhi has urged the Tamil Nadu government to "put an end to rumours" regarding the health of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo and Chief Minister Jayalalithaa by providing proper information to the people, while wishing his arch rival a speedy recovery.
The VFX is rather ordinary and the film is loaded with annoying horror clichs, feels S Saraswathi.
Irudhi Suttru is an enjoyable sports drama that keeps you hooked throughout, writes S Saraswathi
Enakkul Oruvan is an engaging and admirable effort by debutant director Prasath Ramar, says S Saraswathi.
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