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Mathil(2021)

6.5/10
Tamil104 mins

Laxmikanthan, a common man, takes on a corrupt politician after he damages the wall of his house for an election campaign. Can Laxmikanthan find justice?

Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play
Theatrical Release
14 April 2021
Director
Mithran Jawahar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 44m
Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A man fights back when a politician damages his house wall for an election. He takes on the corrupt official to get justice.

One man's wall. A city's fight for justice.

Film Details

6.5Rating
104Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date14 April 2021
Also Known AsMadhil

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
corruptionjusticefamilysurvival
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Mathil

Cast reunions in this film: K. S. Ravikumar & Swaminathan (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Mathil' means 'wall' in Tamil, symbolizing both the physical wall and the protagonist's stand against corruption.
  • Director Mithran Jawahar is known for family dramas, making this a rare foray into a more direct social issue film.
  • The movie was shot extensively in real residential neighborhoods to capture authentic urban Tamil Nadu settings.
  • Actor Kaali Venkat, who plays a supporting role, is primarily known for comedic parts but took a more serious turn here.
  • The plot was inspired by common local grievances during election seasons when private property is often encroached upon.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release, arriving shortly after COVID-19 lockdowns eased in Tamil Nadu.
  • It uses minimal background score in key scenes to emphasize the raw, realistic tension of the confrontation.

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