8 Thottakkal
8 Thottakkal

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8 Thottakkal

2017
Movie
145 min
Tamil

A cop’s pistol gets stolen and even as the search for it gets underway, it ends up in the hands of someone who uses it to rob a bank.

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IMDb7.5/10
Google Users90%
Director: Sri GaneshGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A rookie police officer, a sub-inspector named Velu, is tasked with finding a lost revolver belonging to his mentor. The revolver, which has a history of being used in multiple crimes, falls into the hands of a petty thief. Velu must race against time to retrieve the weapon before it's used again, uncovering a complex web of greed and violence along the way.

Critical Reception

8 Thottakkal was generally well-received by critics for its engaging screenplay, taut direction, and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor and veteran actor Nasser. It was praised as a refreshing crime thriller that offered a mature narrative and effective suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent and gripping narrative.

  • Vetri's performance as the rookie cop was highlighted as a strong point.

  • The film was commended for its realistic portrayal of police procedures and crime.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently commend the film's well-crafted plot and suspenseful execution. Viewers appreciated the realistic depiction of the story and the solid performances from the cast.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Sri Ganesh, made his directorial debut with '8 Thottakkal' and was lauded for his fresh approach to the crime thriller genre.

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Reno

Reno

**The events surrounding a lost gun!** These days I'm comfortable with B movies in Kollywood than its other end. Creative and fresh subjects are the reasons they are succeeding. For the past couple of years I have been watching some awes...