Anthony Yaar?(2009)
Anthony Yaar? is a 2009 Tamil-language action drama film directed by C. T. Pandi. The film stars Shaam as the titular character, with Mallika Kapoor, Lal, Vivek, and Rajesh in supporting roles. The story follows Anthony, an orphan raised by a priest in a coastal village near Tuticorin, who protects local fishermen from a brutal rowdy named Michael. The film blends romance, action, and a mystery about Anthony's past. It received negative reviews from critics, who criticised its clichéd plot and amateur screenplay, though Vivek's comedy track was noted as a highlight. The music was composed by Dhina. The film was released on 31 July 2009.
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 July 2009
- Director
- C. T. Pandi
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
An orphan named Anthony grows up in a church by the sea and becomes the protector of poor fishermen. When a cruel rowdy named Michael terrorises the village and kidnaps the woman Anthony loves, he must fight to save his people and uncover the truth about his own past.
“Who is the man who saved us?”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Anthony Yaar?
Cast reunions in this film: Vivek & Rajesh (5 films together), Vivek & Shaam (3 films together), Vivek & Dhina (3 films together), and Dhina & Rajesh (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a direct reference to the popular 1977 Hindi film 'Amar Akbar Anthony', with Shaam's character named after its iconic hero.
- Director C. T. Pandi was primarily known as a producer and distributor; this was one of his few directorial ventures.
- The movie was shot extensively in the coastal regions of Tuticorin, capturing the authentic life of local fishing communities.
- Actor Lal, who plays the antagonist Michael, is a noted character actor in Malayalam cinema and appears in fewer Tamil films.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, continuing his frequent collaborations with director Pandi during that period.
- Despite its coastal setting and drama, the film performed modestly at the box office upon release.
- The story highlights social issues like exploitation of fishermen, a theme also seen in other Tamil films like 'Muthal Mariyathai'.