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Malayalam · Crime, Thriller
1h 58m · 24 Jun 2005
DOP: V. Manikandan | Writer: P Balachandran
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Police is a Malayalam action thriller that revolves around the lives of two brothers, both police officers, who navigate the challenges of law enforcement while dealing with personal and professional conflicts. The story delves into crime, justice, and family dynamics, with a focus on the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonists as they confront a dangerous criminal underworld.
Police attempts to blend action and thriller elements with a family drama backdrop. The screenplay maintains a steady pace in the first half, effectively setting up the characters and the central conflict. However, the second half tends to lose momentum due to predictable plot developments and a somewhat formulaic approach to the climax.
The narrative is supported by competent performances, but the story lacks novelty and depth, which affects engagement. The songs are minimal and do not significantly impact the narrative flow. The background score complements the tense moments adequately, though it does not stand out as a memorable aspect of the film.
Cinematography by V. Manikandan is a highlight, capturing the mood and settings well, adding to the film's visual appeal. Overall, Police is an average entertainer that caters primarily to fans of the genre but falls short of delivering a compelling cinematic experience.
Prithviraj Sukumaran: Strong and convincing as the lead cop, bringing intensity to the role.
Indrajith Sukumaran: Solid performance with good chemistry alongside his brother.
Bhavana: Adequate, though limited by the script's focus on male characters.
Sachin Khedekar: Effective as the antagonist, adding menace to the narrative.
Strengths
Weaknesses
V. K. Prakash delivers a competent direction with a clear vision for a police action thriller. However, the writing lacks depth and surprises, which affects the overall impact. The film is well-paced initially but falters in maintaining tension throughout.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics acknowledged the film's strong performances and technical aspects but criticized its predictable storyline and lack of engaging screenplay in the latter half. The film was seen as an average entertainer with limited appeal beyond fans of the genre.
Final Box-Office Result
Police released on 24 June 2005 (2005).
Police is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
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Police directed by V. K. Prakash. Produced by Sajitha Prakash.
Police stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Indrajith Sukumaran, Bhavana, Chaya Singh, Ashokan.
Tollybo rates Police 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Police — Genre: Crime, Thriller, Runtime: 118 minutes, Language: Malayalam.