Visaranai
Visaranai

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Visaranai

2016
Movie
118 min
Tamil

Pandi and his friends, immigrant workers in Andhra Pradesh, are picked up by cops for a crime they never committed. And thus begins their nightmare, where they become pawns in a vicious game where the voiceless are strangled by those with power.

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IMDb8.4/10
Google Users95%
Director: VetrimaaranGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Set in the city of Chennai, Visaranai follows the harrowing journey of four migrant workers from Andhra Pradesh who are falsely accused of a crime. They are subjected to brutal police torture and manipulation as they try to prove their innocence. The film unflinchingly portrays the systemic corruption and abuse of power within the police system.

Critical Reception

Visaranai received widespread critical acclaim for its raw and realistic portrayal of police brutality and systemic injustice. Critics lauded its powerful performances, unflinching narrative, and Vetrimaaran's masterful direction. The film was also appreciated for its bold social commentary and its ability to spark important conversations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and unflinching depiction of police brutality and corruption.

  • Lauded for its strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Appreciated for its realistic and hard-hitting narrative that serves as a powerful social commentary.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised Visaranai for its realistic portrayal of societal issues and its gripping storytelling. Many highlighted the powerful performances and the film's ability to evoke strong emotions and provoke thought.

Awards & Accolades

National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil, and won awards at the Amsterdam Film Festival and Mumbai Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel 'Lock Up' by M. Chandrakumar, which itself is based on his personal experiences as a Coimbatore-based lawyer who was allegedly tortured by police.

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Reno

Reno

> The dark side of the Indian police force. Another sensational movie from Dhanush K. Raja, the producer of 'The Crow's Egg' that I recently reviewed in this site. This time he joined the hands with the writer, director who bought him a ...

timesofindia

timesofindia

Visaaranai is an uncompromising, hard-hitting and spine-chilling account of abuse of power. When the film begins, we see Pandi (an effective Dinesh), a migrant in Andhra Pradesh, leaving the park where he and his friends have been spending ...

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