Vaazhai Movie Review
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23 Aug 2024
Vaazhai movie review: what critics say (9)
What critics say Critics are mostly positive with reservations: 8 of 9 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more. Praised: the script.
A lovely representation of life which has all mixed emotions, realistic treatment with an engrossing screenplay. Barring some minor flaws, we get to travel along the characters, feel for their joyous and sorrowful situations.
Read the full reviewVaazhai has got heart and looks the part, but it could've used a bit more grey in its village tableau.
Read the full reviewIt is easily a delightful deviation in Mari Selvaraj's filmography. High on quality, and beautifully emoted characters, Vaazhai shines in its treatment and becomes an ode to innocence.
Read the full reviewThe film beautifully captures the inherent irony of how the underprivileged are doomed to be exploited and traumatised even at the hands of a symbol of prosperity.
Read the full reviewVaazhai is surely worth a watch for the story it brings, with Mari holding the film powerful and personal at the same time.
Read the full reviewMari Selvaraj's film is heartwarming and gut-wrenching in equal parts. Child actor Ponvel M as Sivanendhan is the show-stealer. The writing, cinematography, and music aid the story in leaving the intended impact.
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What we know
A twelve-year-old bright schoolboy, Sivanandhan, his mother, sister, and with his friend Sekhar works during his school holidays carrying banana stalks, a task he dreads. As he navigates life's challenges, poverty, friendship, and the challenges of growing up, Sivanandhan’s determination is tested by the harsh realities of life.
Cast and crew
Dhivya DhuraisamyVembu
Janaki JayaramanSiva and Vembu's Mother
KalaiyarasanKani
Nikhila VimalPoonkodi
JSK.Satish KumarTrader
Nivedita RajappanTeacher
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Questions
Is Vaazhai worth watching?
Critics rate it very good: 3.7 out of 5, with 9 of 9 critics recommending it.
When did Vaazhai release?
23 Aug 2024.
Who is in the cast of Vaazhai?
Ponvel, Rahul R., Dhivya Dhuraisamy, Janaki Jayaraman, Kalaiyarasan, Nikhila Vimal, Pathaman, JSK.Satish Kumar.
Who directs Vaazhai?
Mari Selvaraj.
What do critics say about Vaazhai?
9 critic reviews are on this page, with a Critic Score of 3.7 out of 5. Each one shows the critic, a short excerpt and a link to the full review.