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Pattampoochi(2022)

6.5/10
Tamil135 mins

Pattampoochi (2022) is a 135-minute Tamil film directed by Badri Narayanan. Starring Imman Annachi, Manasvi Kottachi and Ajit Koshy. With an audience rating of 6.5/10 and a moderate performer verdict at the box office, Pattampoochi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2022.

Mood:
darksuspensefulemotional
Where to watch:
NNetflixfrom 1 Jan 2023

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Netflix
OTT Release Date
1 January 2023
Theatrical Release
24 June 2022
Director
Badri Narayanan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 15m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A convicted murderer on death row claims he committed other unsolved killings. A police officer, struggling with trauma, must find proof of this confession to save innocent lives.

A killer's confession. A cop's last chance.

Film Details

6.5Rating
135Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date24 June 2022
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsPattaampoochi

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefulemotional
Themes
justicesurvivalcorruptionidentity
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Pattampoochi' refers to a type of beetle known for its deceptive, death-feigning behavior, mirroring the plot.
  • Director Badri also wrote the story, which was partly inspired by real-life cases of false confessions under duress.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using many real police station locations for authenticity.
  • Actor Aadukalam Naren, who plays a key role, is known for his police characters but his part here has a unique twist.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release, quickly moving to digital platforms due to the pandemic's impact.
  • A subplot involving the cop's PTSD was developed with input from mental health professionals for a realistic portrayal.
  • The climax sequence was filmed over 12 consecutive nights to maintain consistent lighting and mood.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Pattampoochi

Frequently Asked Questions