Pori (2007) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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Pori (2007) Review
A review of Pori (2007) (Tamil action, thriller), directed by Subramaniam Siva. Starring Jiiva, Pooja Umashankar, Nagesh. Hari (Jeeva) is an unemployed youth who runs a pavement book shop in Tripiclane area. His father (Nagesh) an upright retired school teacher buys him a shop in a building with his PF money. He names it “Periyar Bookshop” and runs it with friend Karunas. Meanwhile he constantly bumps into Pooja (Pooja... Our Rating: 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE. Released: 9 Feb 2007. Runtime: 2h 40m.


Pori(2007)
Tamil · Action, Thriller
2h 40m · 9 Feb 2007
Writer: Subramaniam Siva
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
📖 Story
Pori is a Tamil action drama that revolves around the life of a spirited young man who fights against injustice and corruption. The narrative follows his struggles and the challenges he faces in his personal and social life, highlighting themes of resilience and standing up for one's beliefs. The story weaves romance, action, and social commentary into a typical masala entertainer format.
Pori attempts to blend action and drama with a socially relevant theme, but the execution is uneven. The screenplay starts with a promising setup, introducing the protagonist's motivations and conflicts effectively. However, the pacing suffers in the second half as the narrative becomes predictable and drags with repetitive sequences. The first half maintains a decent tempo with engaging moments, but the second half loses momentum, affecting overall engagement.
The songs in Pori are situational but lack memorable hooks, and the music does not significantly enhance the film's emotional depth. The background score is functional but fails to elevate the tension or drama in key scenes. Cinematography and technical aspects are adequate but do not stand out. Overall, the film's content and screenplay show potential but are let down by inconsistent pacing and uninspired musical elements.
Jiiva: Energetic and earnest, Jiiva carries the film with his spirited portrayal of the protagonist, though at times his performance is constrained by the weak script.
Pooja Umashankar: Offers a graceful presence and delivers her role with sincerity but is underutilized in the narrative.
Nagesh: Provides comic relief with his veteran charm, adding light moments to the film.
Seeman: Effective in a supporting role, bringing intensity to his character.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Jiiva's committed performance
- ✓Engaging first half
- ✓Socially relevant theme
- ✓Comic relief by Nagesh
Weaknesses
- ✕Predictable and dragged second half
- ✕Unremarkable music and songs
- ✕Lack of strong background score
- ✕Inconsistent screenplay pacing
🎬 Direction & Writing
Subramaniam Siva's direction shows flashes of promise, particularly in setting up the protagonist's journey and social message. However, the writing lacks tightness, and the narrative loses focus in the latter half, which impacts the overall impact of the film.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 4.6 | |
| 0 | |
| 0 | |
| 60 | |
| 55 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics
Critics generally found Pori to be an average entertainer with a decent premise but flawed execution. Reviews highlighted Jiiva's performance as a saving grace but criticized the screenplay and music for not living up to expectations.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Pori release in theatres?▾
Pori released on 9 February 2007 (2007).
Is Pori a hit or flop?▾
Pori is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
Where to watch Pori online? OTT release date?▾
Pori is available on Sun Nxt, Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed Pori?▾
Pori directed by Subramaniam Siva.
Who are the main cast members of Pori?▾
Pori stars Jiiva, Pooja Umashankar, Nagesh, Seeman, Sampath Raj.
What is the Tollybo rating for Pori?▾
Tollybo rates Pori 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
What is the genre and runtime of Pori?▾
Pori — Genre: Action, Thriller, Runtime: 160 minutes, Language: Tamil.
