Gethu
Gethu

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Gethu

2016
Movie
118 min
Tamil

A hitman comes to a hill town to plot the murder of a top scientist. A young man and his righteous father stand in his way.

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IMDb5.7/10
Google Users55%
Director: Krish AnandGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man living a quiet life gets entangled in a dangerous situation when his friends are murdered. He must confront a ruthless businessman and his associates to uncover the truth and avenge his friends' deaths. The film follows his quest for justice as he navigates a treacherous path filled with violence and betrayal. His determination to find the perpetrators leads him to a thrilling and suspenseful climax.

Critical Reception

Gethu received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its action sequences and Udhayanidhi Stalin's performance, but criticism for its predictable plot and screenplay. The film did not perform exceptionally well at the box office, failing to meet commercial expectations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action and Udhayanidhi Stalin's efforts.

  • Criticized for a predictable and clichéd storyline.

  • The film struggles with pacing and a weak antagonist.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating the action elements and the lead actor's commitment. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be unoriginal and felt it lacked depth, leading to a lukewarm overall response.

Fun Fact

The film was initially titled 'Maaran' before being changed to 'Gethu'.

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timesofindia

timesofindia

Gethu begins with Craig (Vikranth), a sniper, who is ordered to assassinate India's top scientist, Abdul Kamaal (if you did not get who the director is referencing here, here's another tip: he has written a book titled Agni Iragugal). The c...