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Sivan(1999)

7.5/10
Tamil102 mins

Sivan (1999) is a 102-minute Tamil film directed by Velu Prabhakaran. Starring Idichapuli Selvaraj, C. Arunpandian and Napoleon. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Sivan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1999.

Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
26 November 1999
Director
Velu Prabhakaran
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 42m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

A good cop named Alex is killed along with his family by a terrorist. Scientists bring him back to life as a powerful cyborg called Sivan. He returns to his old city to wipe out crime and get revenge on the man who destroyed his life.

A murdered cop reborn to clean the city.

Film Details

7.5Rating
102Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date26 November 1999
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsShivan

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengejusticecorruptionidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was inspired by the 1987 Hollywood movie RoboCop, but set in a Tamil action context.
  • Director Velu Prabhakaran was primarily known for his work as a cinematographer; this was his directorial debut.
  • The movie's special effects, including Sivan's robotic suit, were considered advanced for low-budget Tamil cinema at the time.
  • Actor Vijayakanth was initially considered for the lead role before Arjun was cast as Alex/Sivan.
  • The film's climax was shot extensively at a thermal power station to create a gritty, industrial backdrop.
  • Despite its sci-fi theme, the soundtrack by Deva featured folk-inspired songs, which was unusual for the genre.
  • The movie's title 'Sivan' refers to the Hindu god Shiva, symbolizing destruction and rebirth, mirroring the protagonist's transformation.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Sivan

Frequently Asked Questions