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God only Forgives
Tamil · Action, Crime, Drama
2h 34m · 3 Feb 2023
Music: Sam C S | DOP: Kiran Koushik | Writer: Ranjit Jeyakodi, Rajendra Sapre, Kalyan Chakravarthy Tripuraneni
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Michael is a Tamil-language action drama that revolves around the life of Michael, a man caught in the crossfire of crime and personal dilemmas. The narrative explores his struggles, relationships, and quest for redemption amidst a backdrop of intense action and emotional turmoil. The story weaves through themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the consequences of choices made under pressure.
Michael delivers a gripping storyline that blends action with emotional depth, anchored by a screenplay that tries to balance high-octane sequences with character-driven moments. The pacing is uneven at times, with the first half setting up the premise and characters effectively, though it occasionally lags with slower scenes. The second half picks up momentum, delivering impactful confrontations and resolutions that keep the audience engaged.
The music by Sam C S complements the narrative well, with songs that fit organically into the story without disrupting the flow. The background score enhances the tension and emotional beats, elevating key moments. Cinematography by Kiran Koushik captures the gritty and raw atmosphere of the film, adding to its immersive quality.
Overall, Michael is a commendable effort that shines in its performances and technical aspects, despite some flaws in screenplay tightness and pacing. The film's attempt to blend commercial elements with a meaningful story is notable, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of action dramas.
Sundeep Kishan: Strong and intense portrayal of the titular character, bringing emotional depth and grit.
Divyansha Kaushik: Offers a solid performance with a convincing emotional range.
Varun Sandesh: Adequate supporting role with moments of impact.
Gautham Vasudev Menon: Effective in a pivotal role, adding gravitas.
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar: Powerful presence with a commanding performance.
Vijay Sethupathi: Memorable cameo with strong screen presence.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Ranjit Jeyakodi's direction is confident, managing to extract strong performances and maintain a tense atmosphere. His writing attempts to balance action and emotion, though the screenplay could have been tighter to avoid pacing issues.
| Source | Rating |
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| 3.25 / 5 | |
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Our Rating
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 55% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics praised the film for its intense performances and technical finesse, especially the music and cinematography. However, some noted the uneven pacing and screenplay issues as detracting factors. Overall, the film was appreciated for its ambition and emotional core.
Final Box-Office Result
Michael released on 3 February 2023 (2023).
Michael is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Michael is available on aha, aha from 23 February 2023.
Michael directed by Ranjit Jeyakodi. Produced by Bharath Chowdary, Puskur Ram Mohan Rao.
Michael stars Sundeep Kishan, Divyansha Kaushik, Varun Sandesh, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar.
Tollybo rates Michael 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Michael composed by Sam C S.
Michael — Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Tamil.