The Tamil film Karuppu takes its title from Karuppusamy, the village God, who is revered as the Kaaval deivam (Guardian God) or Ellai deivam (Border God) in villages across Tamil Nadu. Even today, you will find large idols of these Gods at the entry and exit points of villages and towns in interior Tamil Nadu.... Continue Reading →
Jai Bhim – My Flash Review!
Right in the opening scene, when a set of jail convicts are asked their respective castes before the next action follows, you know that this film’s intent is not to entertain, but to educate. Or rather to enlighten. Or better, to shake you. As a film, Jai Bhim for most parts is not just disturbing... Continue Reading →
Soorarai Pottru – My Flash Review
Soorarai Pottru is a story of an underdog who dreams big, goes through a lot of struggles on the way and finally manages to win at the end. This “one liner” may be similar to many of the mass hero films we have seen in the past, the only difference being, this is loosely, in... Continue Reading →