Cuckoo
Cuckoo

Cuckoo

2014Movie162 minTamil

Visually-challenged Tamizh and Suthanthirakodi fall in love with each other, but her self-centred brother wants to marry her off to his friend, which leads to the lovers' separation. Can their love help them find each other?

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: TarantinoGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man travels to a remote German village to confront his estranged father. Upon arrival, he discovers that his father has been replaced by a cunning imposter, leading to a bizarre and darkly comedic series of events. The imposter, who claims to be his father, is revealed to be a manipulative figure who has infiltrated the family. The protagonist must navigate this surreal situation and uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

"Cuckoo" received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its unique blend of dark humor and surreal atmosphere. The film was praised for its originality and peculiar charm, though some found its narrative to be uneven or overly strange. Audience reactions varied, with many appreciating its unconventional approach, while others were put off by its eccentricities.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its offbeat humor and surreal, unsettling tone.
  • Noted for its distinctive visual style and unexpected plot turns.
  • Some found the narrative confusing or the humor too niche.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "Cuckoo" are scarce, but those available suggest a divided opinion. Some viewers appreciated the film's eccentricities and dark comedic elements, while others found it too bizarre and difficult to follow.

Fun Fact

The film's unusual premise and darkly comedic tone have drawn comparisons to the works of directors like Quentin Tarantino and David Lynch, despite being directed by a filmmaker named Tarantino (no relation to Quentin Tarantino).

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timesofindia

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"There are as many forms of love as there are moments in time," wrote Jane Austen about the most colourful of our feelings and in Cuckoo, we see love budding between characters for whom the very concept of colours is alien. For, both Tamizh...