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Kattradhu Thamizh(2007)

7.4/10
Tamil147 mins

Kattradhu Thamizh (2007) is a 147-minute Tamil film directed by Ram. Starring Mari Selvaraj, Ram and Birla Bose. With an audience rating of 7.4/10, Kattradhu Thamizh stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2007.

Director:Ram
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
5 October 2007
Director
Ram
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 27m
GudVibe Rating
7.4/10

Storyline

A young man with a master's degree in Tamil feels trapped by his dead-end job. His growing frustration and sense of hopelessness begin to unravel his mind. He descends into madness, ultimately turning into a violent person without empathy.

When education leads to madness.

Film Details

7.4Rating
147Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date5 October 2007
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsTamil M.A · Kattradhu Thamizh · Katradhu Thamiz · Kattrathu tamil

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
identitycorruptionsurvivaljustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title was inspired by a famous line from the 1960s Tamil play 'En Thangai'.
  • Director Ram shot the entire movie in just 28 days to keep the raw, intense feel.
  • Actor Jeeva lost over 10 kilograms to portray the character's deteriorating mental state.
  • The film's climax scene was shot at the now-demolished Moore Market complex in Chennai.
  • It was initially given an 'A' certificate but was later re-edited to get a 'U/A' rating.
  • The movie's background score uses minimal instruments to heighten the sense of isolation.
  • A real psychologist was consulted to accurately depict the protagonist's sociopathic transition.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Kattradhu Thamizh

Frequently Asked Questions