VANAMAGAN MOVIE REVIEW



Release Date : Jun 23,2017 Jun 22, 2017 Movie Run Time : 2 Hours 20 Minutes
Censor Rating : U
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Director Vijay, after his last venture Devi on the ‘spirit’ed activities of an actress, moves to a subject which has a social message in his film Vanamagan. Regular followers of films would know that this story is about tribal(s) and city-dweller(s).

 

It is a sad thing that, in the name of globalization, we are savagely raping our natural resources, the results of which are already being felt in various ways.  In this story of Vijay, he does touch upon this subject along with regular commercial elements.

 

What happens when a man who is completely untouched by the ways of civilization is forced to enter this domain? The answer to this is narrated in the first half of the film which gives a few lighter moments and also a kind of smooth slithering of the story into the second half. In fact, the first half is enjoyable where the characters get established and we also get a few chuckle-worthy scenes between Jayam Ravi, Sayesha and Thambi Ramaiah. Ravi demonstrates that the tribes know emotions better than their urban compatriots in the scene with VJ Ramya.

 

However, the film has its major drawback in the second half, which gets a little tedious with predictability and clichés. And when it nears the finish line, it is almost like we are jumping to exit the theatre.

 

Give Jayam Ravi any script or role and you can be assured that he is going to give more than his 100%. Vanamagan is no exception. With hardly a quarter page of words in the entire script, Ravi sashays his role smoothly like how he glides between the trees in the film with dexterity. Be it the action sequences or emotional ones, this actor is in his elements. For a debutante, Sayesha is good and is evident that she has understood her character well. Thambi Ramaiah delivers a templated performance and by now we are very familiar with his body language, counters or expressions.  

 

This is a Vijay (director) film and hence there would not be any dearth of emotions and family sentiments. But you still wonder the presence of Thalaivaasal Vijay in this. The way in which Sayesha develops feelings for Ravi is well written. That said, towards the climax, the scenes are straight from so many films that we have seen.  

 

The vast expanse of greenery or the rich interiors of the heroine’s abode, Tirru’s camera has captured them all in the best possible way. Harris Jayaraj’s songs continue to give us a déjà vu feel despite them being hummable. While a few are rightly placed, the song by the tribals appears to be unwarranted.

 

Totting it all up, Vanamagan does not have major complaints but needs more power to strike it big with the audiences.

VANAMAGAN VIDEO REVIEW

Verdict: A very socially relevant subject that could have been executed better

BEHINDWOODS REVIEW BOARD RATING

2.25
( 2.25 / 5.0 )
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REVIEW RATING EXPLANATION

VANAMAGAN PHOTOS

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SONGS REVIEW

Review by : Behindwoods Review Board
Album Release Date : Apr 22,2017

Damn Damn
Singers: M.M.Manasi, Sherin Shahani
Lyrics: Karky
 

Damn Damn is an ideal dance number rendered by MM Manasi and Sherin with their hefty voices carrying the track forward. Strong beats and Karky's lyric make this a foot-tapping and easily hummable number with Harris's usual mix of ingredients. With Prabhu Deva's choreography, this song should be a visual beauty.

Yemma Yea Alagamma
Singers: Bombay Jayashri, Haricharan
Lyrics: Karky


Harris continues his long-time association with Bombay Jayashri, the well versed Carnatic musician with the magnificent voice. This track is backed by Haricharan's sublime voice, and the song runs on Harris Jayaraj's trademark style. Attractive bass, redundant beats, and yet another catchy hook make this track an immediate winner with the masses.

Silu Silu
Singers: Vijay Yesudas
Lyrics: Karky


Vijay Yesudas rules this mellifluous melody which shows off some impressive orchestration. The song's lyrics penned by Karky describe the happenings and the beauty of the forest and Harris Jayaraj do not fail in adding the required flavor to it. Overall, a blissful listen.

Pachchai Uduthiya Kaadu
Singers: Abhay Jodhpurkar, Harini
Lyrics: Karky


Yet another song which deserves a special mention for its soul-stirring lyrics from Karky. The song jumps straight into a wonderland with a soothing intro. Abhay Jodhpurkar's euphonic tone and Harini's sweet voice, coupled with labyrinthine interludes make this song the pick of the album. Lovely guitars and delightfully arranged strings back this song up perfectly!

Morada Morada
Singers: Benny Dayal, Krish
Lyrics: Karky


This is a funky track, yet again in Harris's signature style with some peppy beats and a stand-out bass tone. A perfectly catchy tune for the music director's fans to enjoy. Benny Dayal and Krish rock this number with their robust voices and their brilliant harmonizing.

Vanam Theme
Singers: Maria Roe Vincent & Flute
Kamalakhar

Harris Jayaraj takes this theme to a different level as he uses the majority of tones which enables us to immediately relate to the forest. The hero of the track is Kamalakhar, the flutist who carries this track on his shoulders and gives us a heavenly feel. Maria Roe Vincent provides her voice for this adventurous track which is a winner as it manages to simultaneously be soulful.

Verdict: A fitting and an adventurous milestone album from Harris!
( 3.0 / 5.0 )

CLICK FOR VANAMAGAN CAST & CREW

Production: Think Big Studios
Cast: Jayam Ravi, Prakash Raj, Sayyeshaa Saigal, Thambi Ramaiah
Direction: Vijay
Screenplay: Vijay
Story: Vijay
Music: Harris Jayaraj
Background score: Harris Jayaraj
Cinematography: S Thirunavakkarasu
Dialogues: Vijay
Editing: Anthony
Art direction: Jayashree
Singers: Benny Dayal, Bombay Jayashri, Flute Kamalakhar, M.M.Manasi, Mari Roe Vincent, Shireen Shahana, Vijay Yesudas
Lyrics: Karky
PRO: Suresh Chandra

Vanamagan (aka) Vanamagaan

Vanamagan (aka) Vanamagaan is a Tamil movie. Jayam Ravi, Prakash Raj, Sayyeshaa Saigal, Thambi Ramaiah are part of the cast of Vanamagan (aka) Vanamagaan. The movie is directed by Vijay. Music is by Harris Jayaraj. Production by Think Big Studios, cinematography by S Thirunavakkarasu, editing by Anthony and art direction by Jayashree.