Ettuthikkum Madhayaanai(2015)
Ettuthikkum Madhayaanai is a 2015 Tamil-language revenge drama film directed and produced by K.S. Thangasamy. The film stars Sathya in the lead role, with Sreemukhi, Laguparan, and Sam Anderson in supporting roles. The story follows Natesan, a man who loses his father to a gang murder and embarks on a quest to find the killers. His investigation reveals that his father's death is connected to the murder of his childhood friend, unearthing dark secrets from the past. The film was shot in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, and was released on February 27, 2015. It received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for its emotional core and Sathya's performance.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 27 February 2015
- Director
- Thangasamy
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
When his father is murdered by a mysterious gang, Natesan sets out to find the killers. As he digs deeper, he discovers a shocking link between his father's death and the murder of his childhood friend. Natesan must confront dangerous people and painful truths to get justice.
“Revenge has a price.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's director, K. S. Thangasamy, was a former assistant to director A. Venkatesh.
- Actor Vemal, who plays the lead, was chosen for his ability to portray both action and emotional scenes.
- The movie's title translates to 'The Eighth Direction,' which is a symbolic concept in Tamil culture.
- This was one of the few Tamil films released in 2015 to blend a rural revenge story with an urban crime thriller setup.
- The soundtrack was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, who is also known for his work in Telugu cinema.
- A key action sequence was shot in a single long take to increase realism and tension.
- The film's climax and the connection between the two murders were noted by reviewers for their intricate plotting.