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Uttama Villain(2015)

7.3/10
Tamil171 mins

Uttama Villain (2015) is a 171-minute Tamil film directed by Ramesh Aravind. Starring Kamal Haasan, Jayaram and Andrea Jeremiah. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, Uttama Villain stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2015.

Mood:
emotionalfunnyinspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 May 2015
Director
Ramesh Aravind
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 51m
GudVibe Rating
7.3/10

Storyline

A famous actor discovers he is dying and asks his mentor to direct his final film—a comedic folk tale about a man who repeatedly escapes death. At the same time, he tries to reconcile with his estranged son and connect with the daughter from his past love.

A dying star's final act, on-screen and off.

Film Details

7.3Rating
171Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 May 2015
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known Asஉத்தம வில்லன்

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyinspiring
Themes
familyidentitylovesurvival
Tonepoetic
Pacingnon-linear
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor4
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Uttama Villain' was inspired by a real-life nickname given to Kamal Haasan by his mentor, director K. Balachander.
  • The folk tale portions were shot in a distinct sepia tone to visually separate them from the modern-day storyline.
  • Director Ramesh Aravind, primarily known as an actor, made his directorial debut in Tamil cinema with this film.
  • The movie features a cameo by veteran actor Nagesh, in one of his final film appearances before his passing.
  • Kamal Haasan performed a classical dance sequence in the film, a skill he had not showcased on screen in many years.
  • The soundtrack includes a rare Carnatic-based song composed by Ilaiyaraaja, titled 'Yaaradi Nee Mohini'.
  • A subplot involving a fictional film within the film allowed the makers to parody and pay homage to Tamil cinema tropes.

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