Tamil Tiger
Tamil Tiger

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Tamil Tiger

1983
Movie
101 min
Thai

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Director: M. ThyagarajanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film revolves around a brave police officer who takes on a notorious smuggler and criminal mastermind known as the 'Tamil Tiger'. The officer is determined to bring the criminal to justice and dismantle his illegal operations, which are causing significant harm to the community. The narrative follows his perilous journey filled with action, suspense, and personal sacrifice as he confronts the powerful antagonist.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with praise often directed at its action sequences and the lead actor's performance. However, some critics noted predictable plot elements common in films of its genre during that era. Audiences generally responded well to the film's entertainment value and its portrayal of a heroic protagonist.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action-packed sequences and strong lead performance.

  • Some noted that the plot followed familiar tropes of the crime-drama genre.

  • Entertaining for audiences looking for a straightforward action narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but generally, viewers found it to be a typical action film of its time with a satisfying hero-villain dynamic.

Fun Fact

Although the film was released in 1983, the lead actor Jayan tragically passed away in a helicopter crash during the filming of another movie, 'Kolilakkam', in 1980, making 'Tamil Tiger' one of his posthumously released films.

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