STRIKER'S GAME(2023)
Tamil11 mins
A retired carrom legend faces off against a menacing gangster, using his unmatched skills to safeguard the integrity of the game and secure his lasting legacy in this high-stakes short film!
Mood:
funnysuspensefuluplifting
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 11 June 2023
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 11m
Storyline
A retired carrom champion must use his expert skills to take on a dangerous gangster. He plays to protect the game's honor and secure his own legacy in a high-stakes match.
“A retired champ plays a deadly game.”
Film Details
11Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date11 June 2023
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Vibe & Tags
Mood
funnysuspensefuluplifting
Themes
survivaljusticefamilyfriendship
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1
P
Praneet RajScissors
→#2
T
ThanushStriker's Fan
→#3
S
SaranStriker
→#4
S
Sowntharya MaranRed's Fixer
→#5
R
Raaja KondalaiaRed
→#6
J
JokeshwaranRed's Adi-Aal
→#7
H
Haran Sriram(Uncredited) Man With the Gun
→Trivia
- The film was shot in just 5 days, a tight schedule common for independent short films.
- Director Praneet Raj also handled the cinematography, giving the movie its distinct visual style.
- The carrom board used is a vintage model, sourced from a local club in Chennai.
- It was primarily promoted through short-form video platforms like YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels.
- The gangster's costume design uses specific color symbolism, with red highlighting his aggressive nature.
- The sound of the carrom striker hitting the pieces was enhanced in post-production for dramatic effect.
- This was the lead actor's first role in a sports-themed film after several comedy parts.