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Cadaver

  • 2022
  • 2h 3m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
4K
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Amala Paul, Riythvika Panneerselvam, Harish Uthaman, and Athulya Ravi in Cadaver (2022)
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A high profile murder baffles the cops when a prison inmate claims responsibility and promises more deaths. Will the police surgeon Bhadra crack this mystery?A high profile murder baffles the cops when a prison inmate claims responsibility and promises more deaths. Will the police surgeon Bhadra crack this mystery?A high profile murder baffles the cops when a prison inmate claims responsibility and promises more deaths. Will the police surgeon Bhadra crack this mystery?

  • Director
    • Anoop Panicker
  • Writer
    • Abhilash Pillai
  • Stars
    • Amala Paul
    • Riythvika Panneerselvam
    • Munishkanth
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Anoop Panicker
    • Writer
      • Abhilash Pillai
    • Stars
      • Amala Paul
      • Riythvika Panneerselvam
      • Munishkanth
    • 66User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Amala Paul
    Amala Paul
    • Dr. Badra Thanagvel
    Riythvika Panneerselvam
    Riythvika Panneerselvam
    • Priya
    • (as Riythvika)
    Munishkanth
    Munishkanth
    • Insp. Michael
    Harish Uthaman
    Harish Uthaman
    • ACP Vishal
    Athulya Ravi
    Athulya Ravi
    • Angel Jesus
    • (as Athulya)
    Thrigun
    Thrigun
    • Vetri
    • (as Adith Arun)
    Ravi Prakash
    Ravi Prakash
    • Dr. Salim Rahman
    Nizhalgal Ravi
    Nizhalgal Ravi
    • Dr. Abraham Abel
    Velu Prabhakaran
    • Ali Rahman
    Jai Anand
    • Indpector
    Pasupathi Raj
    • Jail Superintendent
    • Director
      • Anoop Panicker
    • Writer
      • Abhilash Pillai
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    7CrimsonGucciGang

    Cadaver Review

    Movie was good, it is a one time watch movie, The story Was good and the acting was good also but what wasn't that good was the hindi dubbing like the girl dubbing voice wasn't that good it didn't match the Actress personality (don't know if I can explain my self). Overall the movie was good it just the dubbing that I didn't like that much.
    8Misss25

    It's awesome, just give it a try!

    This is pretty awesome. If I write more about it, I might be giving spoilers. It's a must watch movie. After Ratsasan, it's my fav right now. It Kept me edge of seat whole time. It's filled with twists and turns. It's back stories and connections just astonished me. It's so well written . One thing that I didn't like in this movie is the female police officer dressup, I didn't get why she had to dressup like this. Besides that it's worth watching movie. I hope, anyone won't regret watching this.
    6rahul_prasad_01

    Amala Paul's Murder Mystery Doesn't Grip You, But it is Surely A One Time Watch !!!

    Amala Paul is back, not just as an actor, but also as a producer, in Cadaver, a medical thriller that is alive and kicking contrary to its name. It is mostly intense and intriguing, giving us the feel of a properly made investigative thriller, with right mood and tone. However, the film becomes predictable halfway into the story due to its setup, so post the interval, we are only thrown into flashbacks - except for one intelligent twist.

    The film starts off with a mystery man abducting and cruelly murdering a chief surgeon of a reputed hospital in the city. As the case proceeds, we are introduced to Badra Thangavel (Amala Paul), an expert pathologist, who aids the city's assistant commissioner, Vishal (Harish Uthaman) in handling the case. Alongside, we also witness a prisoner, Vetri (Thrigun) in jail, who had already vowed to kill the same surgeon by drawing his portrait on the walls of his cell. As this news leaks out, the commissioner and the pathologist are left with no choice, but to interrogate Vetri.

    Despite being in captivity, the prisoner manages to kill his second target just as he vowed. This shocks the entire city and they realise someone is helping him from the outside. While Vetri's life unfolds with certain tragic moments, Badra's intelligent move leads to shocking revelations that provide the answers to many questions.

    Amala Paul's characterisation and transformation, with respect to looks, is laudable and is definitely a bold move. With short hair and a nerdy look, she convinces as the one who is calling the shots. Her performance as a pathologist amid dead bodies and in a mortuary setup is something to watch out for. That said, the writing is unsteady as it packs all its punches in the first half and lets the second half hanging, barring a few moments. While there are sequences that could have been elevated for a perfect pay off, most of it just falls flat, creating less impact.

    What's really surprising about Cadaver are its characters and the making. The cinematography by Arvind Singh is exceptional and it carries the film effortlessly. Ranjin Raj's music is very subtle and fills in seamlessly wherever needed. The supporting characters, including Harish Uthaman, Vinod Sagar, Athulya Ravi and Thrigun, have done a decent job and their performances help the film immensely. The romantic portions - involving Vetri and Angel (played by Athulya Ravi) - do very less for the progress of the narrative. Riythvika, who appears in the flashback sequence, impresses to an extent.

    The main pillar of the film is its art director, who has recreated the mortuary and several cadavers, giving an authentic feel to the film.

    Cadaver could have been a better film if the screenplay, written by Abhilash Pillai, had been a bit different. That said, director Anoop Panicker has translated what's on the paper neatly and does justice to it, making the film worth a watch.
    5davindermadhar94

    Average Flick

    The movie is just ok to watch don't expect much. I don't think amala is perfect for this role it doesn't suit her. When i was watching it feels like Director wanted to show her only genius in the film except everyone else(dumb). There is one scene in this movie you get everything what's going on here but u can watch it one time.
    8cifarshayar

    Thrilling and Gripping tale of love and crime.

    Cadaver is thrilling & gripping tale of love & crime. Many would not agree with the way justice done in the movie but the flow of story hold you to believe in it. Actually the entire film revolves around the character of Amala Paul & she has done a brilliant job. Yes the repeat value of the movie is less but it is worth watching.

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    • Release date
      • August 12, 2022 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Language
      • Tamil
    • Also known as
      • Труп
    • Production company
      • Rack Story
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      • ₹80,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 2h 3m(123 min)
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