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A daring robbery in a jewellery showroom kickstarts the hunt for Japan, a notorious robber, who is a law unto himself.A daring robbery in a jewellery showroom kickstarts the hunt for Japan, a notorious robber, who is a law unto himself.A daring robbery in a jewellery showroom kickstarts the hunt for Japan, a notorious robber, who is a law unto himself.
Chandrasekhar
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Cops in search of a culprit named 'Japan' for robbing a jewellery shop.
Unexpected film from Actor Karthi (played as a lead 'Japan') and director Raju Murugan. Unexpected in the sense 'disappointed'.
The main reason was the poor screenplay. The film started, travelled and ended in a complete boring way. Not even attractive in a single scene. None of the technical aspects supported this film. The composition and a few frames of this film worked from a cinematography aspect. Even the title card didn't perfectly made and the tag animation of Karthi's 25 (The 25th film of the actor who performed the 'Japan' character)too had poor graphics. The cast performed really well.
Nothing positive to say about this film. Really disappointing!! This film would have been better if the importance of Japan's character gave to the screenplay. Only the Japan character, Karthi's performance, his costume design and make up shines.
Unexpected film from Actor Karthi (played as a lead 'Japan') and director Raju Murugan. Unexpected in the sense 'disappointed'.
The main reason was the poor screenplay. The film started, travelled and ended in a complete boring way. Not even attractive in a single scene. None of the technical aspects supported this film. The composition and a few frames of this film worked from a cinematography aspect. Even the title card didn't perfectly made and the tag animation of Karthi's 25 (The 25th film of the actor who performed the 'Japan' character)too had poor graphics. The cast performed really well.
Nothing positive to say about this film. Really disappointing!! This film would have been better if the importance of Japan's character gave to the screenplay. Only the Japan character, Karthi's performance, his costume design and make up shines.
This is by far the worst movie I've watched in my entire life. I cannot believe that an actor like Karthi would choose to make a movie like this. It does not even fall into the category of 'so bad that it's good'. This movie is horrible at every aspect and must be avoided at all costs.
There is no progression to the story, nothing to look forward to. There's loud background music at every step of the way and too many unnecessary sub plots. Watching the movie honestly felt like a punishment. I couldn't even sit through the entire duration of the movie. My humble request to everyone would be to watch any movie other than this.
I was so disappointed by the movie that I had to write a review on it (also happens to be my first IMDb review).
There is no progression to the story, nothing to look forward to. There's loud background music at every step of the way and too many unnecessary sub plots. Watching the movie honestly felt like a punishment. I couldn't even sit through the entire duration of the movie. My humble request to everyone would be to watch any movie other than this.
I was so disappointed by the movie that I had to write a review on it (also happens to be my first IMDb review).
I wonder what made anyone involved to even make this movie. The two story lines are so abhorrent and unbearable meandering everywhere but going nowhere. Karthi tries to make an impact but falls flat in his face with every scene being more cringeworthy than the last. The violence scenes seem unnecessary and the characters from his henchmen to the cops don't add any meaning. The worst is the cheap copycat of the GVM cop role whose entire role is to keep chasing the culprit.
The scene where the so called movie about Japan was made kicks in at about five mins. If you can survive and enjoy the movie scene which runs for five mins then please continue with the movie but if you can't just get out and walk away.
Life's too short to waste three hours on this movie.
The scene where the so called movie about Japan was made kicks in at about five mins. If you can survive and enjoy the movie scene which runs for five mins then please continue with the movie but if you can't just get out and walk away.
Life's too short to waste three hours on this movie.
As an avid moviegoer, I was excited to watch "The Movie Japan" with high hopes for a captivating cinematic experience. However, I left the theater feeling thoroughly disappointed and underwhelmed by what unfolded on the screen.
One of the major letdowns of the film was its lackluster storytelling. The plot felt disjointed and confusing, lacking a clear direction or purpose. The narrative meandered aimlessly, leaving me disconnected and unable to fully invest in the characters or their journey. It felt as though the filmmakers attempted to cram too many subplots and ideas into one film, resulting in a cluttered and unsatisfying viewing experience.
Furthermore, the character development was sorely lacking. The main characters felt one-dimensional and shallow, leaving me uninterested in their fates or motivations. I struggled to connect with them on an emotional level and found it difficult to care about their struggles or triumphs. The script failed to provide them with meaningful arcs or moments of growth, making their actions and decisions feel arbitrary and contrived.
The pacing of the film was also problematic. It felt sluggish and dragged on, making the already confusing storyline feel even more tiresome. Moments that should have been exciting or impactful were dulled by the lackluster direction and pacing, resulting in a stagnant and unengaging viewing experience. I found myself constantly checking my watch, waiting for the film to finally pick up its pace or deliver a compelling moment that never quite arrived.
Moreover, the cinematography and visual effects were lackluster. There was a noticeable absence of creativity or innovation in the camerawork and visual choices. The film failed to make use of its settings and locations to create visually stunning or immersive scenes. The special effects, when present, felt poorly executed and unconvincing, further diminishing any potential for visual spectacle.
Lastly, the soundtrack was forgettable and failed to leave an impression. It neither enhanced nor added depth to the scenes, feeling like an afterthought rather than a deliberate creative choice. The lack of a memorable and impactful score further contributed to the overall underwhelming nature of the film.
In conclusion, "The Movie Japan" failed to live up to its potential. With its convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, sluggish pacing, and lackluster visuals, the film fell short of creating a compelling and enjoyable cinematic experience. It left me feeling disappointed and disconnected, unable to fully engage with its narrative or characters. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this film, as it lacks the substance and craftsmanship required to leave a lasting impression on its audience.
One of the major letdowns of the film was its lackluster storytelling. The plot felt disjointed and confusing, lacking a clear direction or purpose. The narrative meandered aimlessly, leaving me disconnected and unable to fully invest in the characters or their journey. It felt as though the filmmakers attempted to cram too many subplots and ideas into one film, resulting in a cluttered and unsatisfying viewing experience.
Furthermore, the character development was sorely lacking. The main characters felt one-dimensional and shallow, leaving me uninterested in their fates or motivations. I struggled to connect with them on an emotional level and found it difficult to care about their struggles or triumphs. The script failed to provide them with meaningful arcs or moments of growth, making their actions and decisions feel arbitrary and contrived.
The pacing of the film was also problematic. It felt sluggish and dragged on, making the already confusing storyline feel even more tiresome. Moments that should have been exciting or impactful were dulled by the lackluster direction and pacing, resulting in a stagnant and unengaging viewing experience. I found myself constantly checking my watch, waiting for the film to finally pick up its pace or deliver a compelling moment that never quite arrived.
Moreover, the cinematography and visual effects were lackluster. There was a noticeable absence of creativity or innovation in the camerawork and visual choices. The film failed to make use of its settings and locations to create visually stunning or immersive scenes. The special effects, when present, felt poorly executed and unconvincing, further diminishing any potential for visual spectacle.
Lastly, the soundtrack was forgettable and failed to leave an impression. It neither enhanced nor added depth to the scenes, feeling like an afterthought rather than a deliberate creative choice. The lack of a memorable and impactful score further contributed to the overall underwhelming nature of the film.
In conclusion, "The Movie Japan" failed to live up to its potential. With its convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, sluggish pacing, and lackluster visuals, the film fell short of creating a compelling and enjoyable cinematic experience. It left me feeling disappointed and disconnected, unable to fully engage with its narrative or characters. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this film, as it lacks the substance and craftsmanship required to leave a lasting impression on its audience.
This movie is one of the prime examples of enduring oneself in cinematic torture, and I find myself envying those who had the foresight to download this film instead of wasting their time and money at the theatre. I wish the critically acclaimed Raju Murugan didn't indulge in pleasuring himself with visual appeal over narrative coherence.
This is solely made for the sake of aesthetic buffoonery. The gags are not organic, and the film feels forced from start to finish.
I would not recommend it to anyone, even those who loves the director's previous work or the fans of actor Karthi. I know Karthi has delighted audience with his creative endeavours churning out some good to passable films. But this film is desperate to be edgy and juvenile that both the Director and cast forgot what it means to make a decent cinema.
In closing, this is a film that will make you wish you could get back the time you wasted watching it. Those who are planning, Run far, far away and reclaim those precious minutes of your life. You'll thank me later.
This is solely made for the sake of aesthetic buffoonery. The gags are not organic, and the film feels forced from start to finish.
I would not recommend it to anyone, even those who loves the director's previous work or the fans of actor Karthi. I know Karthi has delighted audience with his creative endeavours churning out some good to passable films. But this film is desperate to be edgy and juvenile that both the Director and cast forgot what it means to make a decent cinema.
In closing, this is a film that will make you wish you could get back the time you wasted watching it. Those who are planning, Run far, far away and reclaim those precious minutes of your life. You'll thank me later.
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Box office
- Gross worldwide
- $114,919
- Runtime
- 2h 36m(156 min)
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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