Kallattam(2016)
Tamil97 mins
Kallattam is an Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by G. Ramesh. The film features Nandha in the lead role, while Richard, Sharika and Arthi play pivotal supporting roles. Featuring music composed by Umar Ezhilan
Director:Ramesh Gandhi
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 30 September 2016
- Director
- Ramesh Gandhi
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
A desperate father needs money for his daughter's surgery, but it gets stolen. He turns to an honest police officer for help. The cop must track down the thieves, get the money back, and save the girl's life.
“A father's race to save his daughter.”
Film Details
4.9Rating
97Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date30 September 2016
Also Known AsKallattam
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
survivalfamilyjusticecorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability2
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kallattam
Cast reunions in this film: Richard Rishi & Nandha (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Kallatam' is a Tamil word that refers to a type of theft or robbery.
- Director G. Ramesh is also known for his work as a cinematographer on several other Tamil films.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real urban locations to create a gritty atmosphere.
- Actor Suresh played the lead role of the honest cop, a character type he has portrayed in multiple films.
- The plot revolves around a medical emergency, a common dramatic device in Indian cinema to heighten stakes.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and is more widely known through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.
- The soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, known for his work in many commercial Tamil films of the 2000s and 2010s.
