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Jiivi(2019)

7.5/10
Tamil122 mins

Jiivi (2019) is a 122-minute Tamil film directed by V. J. Gopinath. Starring Vetri, Mime Gopi and Karunakaran. With an audience rating of 7.5/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Jiivi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2019.

Mood:
suspensefulemotionaldark
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 28 Jun 2019

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
28 June 2019
Theatrical Release
28 June 2019
Director
V. J. Gopinath
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 2m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

A man tries to steal from his landlady after a romance goes wrong. He devises clever plans to avoid the police, but soon discovers his current actions are strangely connected to events from the past.

A desperate man's crime echoes a past he can't escape.

Film Details

7.5Rating
122Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date28 June 2019

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulemotionaldark
Themes
identitysurvivalcorruptionjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Jiivi' means 'alive' in Tamil, reflecting the protagonist's struggle for survival and moral awakening.
  • Director V. J. Gopinath also co-wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from real-life petty crime incidents reported in local news.
  • The movie was shot in just 21 days, primarily in Chennai, using a tight budget and minimal crew to maintain a realistic feel.
  • Actor Karunakaran, known for comedic roles, played a serious police officer, marking a slight departure from his usual type of character.
  • The film subtly references classic Tamil cinema themes of fate and redemption, similar to older crime dramas from the 1970s.
  • It was produced by Potential Studios, a relatively new production house at the time, aiming to support fresh storytelling in Tamil cinema.
  • The climax scene involving a key revelation was filmed in a single continuous take to heighten the emotional impact on the audience.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Jiivi

Frequently Asked Questions