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Sandikuthirai(2016)

6.5/10
Tamil mins

Sandikuthirai (2016) is a Tamil film directed by Anbumathi. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Sandikuthirai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2016.

Director:Anbumathi
Mood:
darksuspensefulemotional
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
5 August 2016
Director
Anbumathi
Language
Tamil
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A group of students' private photo is used against them by criminals. The situation escalates from threats into a deadly murder, putting their lives in danger.

A photo turns deadly. Can they escape the frame?

Film Details

6.5Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date5 August 2016
Also Known AsSandi Kuthirai

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefulemotional
Themes
corruptionjusticesurvivalfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

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Trivia

  • The film's director, Anbumathi, is also a well-known actor in Tamil television serials.
  • The movie's title 'Sandikuthirai' refers to a traditional wooden horse used in folk performances, symbolizing hidden turmoil.
  • It was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real college campuses to add authenticity to the student scenes.
  • The plot involving a compromising photo and murder drew comparisons to earlier Tamil thrillers like 'Mankatha' in its moral dilemmas.
  • Despite its thriller and comedy mix, the film had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention through television broadcasts.
  • Actor Aadukalam Naren played a key supporting role, bringing his experience from other gritty Tamil dramas to this film.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Sathish Selvam, who was relatively new to the industry at the time of this film.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Sandikuthirai

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