Burma(2014)
Burma is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language crime comedy thriller directed by Dharani Dharan. The film stars Michael Thangadurai as Paramanandan, a car seizer nicknamed Burma, alongside Reshmi Menon, Sampath Raj, and Atul Kulkarni. Set in the crowded streets of North Chennai, the story follows Burma as he steals luxury cars to pay off a debt to a ruthless financier. The film is notable for its non-linear narrative, Guy Ritchie-inspired style, and use of real locations like Royapuram and Ennore. Critics praised its energetic tone and crisp 96-minute runtime. The film was produced by Square Stone Films and released on 12 September 2014.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 12 September 2014
- Director
- Dharani Dharan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A car seizer named Burma must steal a series of luxury vehicles for a dangerous financier. If he fails, he will be killed. But when a rival gangster kidnaps his girlfriend, Burma must outsmart both criminals to save her and escape the city.
“Steal cars. Save love. Escape death.”
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Burma' refers to the protagonist's nickname, which is derived from the Burmese jade stone known for its toughness.
- Director Dharani Dharan drew inspiration from real-life car seizure agents in North Chennai to shape the film's gritty setting.
- Actor Atul Kulkarni, who plays the financier, learned Tamil specifically for this role to deliver his lines authentically.
- The movie features a cameo by director Mysskin as a police officer, though his role is uncredited in the final cut.
- Burma was shot extensively in the narrow lanes and housing boards of North Madras to capture the local atmosphere realistically.
- The car chase sequences were choreographed without digital effects, using practical stunts performed by local drivers.
- Despite being a crime thriller, the film includes subtle references to Tamil folk songs in its background score.