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Tamil · Action, Drama
2h 28m · 20 Jul 2002
Music: Muralidharan T S | Writer: Pushpavasagan, Rajmathi
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Shree is a Tamil-language romantic action film centered around the character Shree, played by Suriya. The story follows his journey through love, conflict, and personal challenges, weaving together elements of romance and action against a backdrop of familial and societal pressures. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the fight for justice, with Shree caught between his personal desires and external threats.
Shree presents a conventional storyline that blends romance and action, typical of early 2000s Tamil cinema. The screenplay attempts to balance emotional sequences with high-energy action scenes, though the pacing is uneven, with the first half moving briskly to establish characters and relationships, while the second half slows down due to repetitive conflicts and predictable plot developments.
The film's music by Muralidharan T S features a few melodious songs that fit well within the narrative, though none stand out as particularly memorable. The background score supports the mood adequately but lacks the intensity to elevate the action sequences. The songs are interspersed in a way that sometimes disrupts the flow, especially in the second half.
Performances by Suriya and Shrutika are earnest, with Vadivelu providing comic relief that lightens the tone. However, the screenplay and direction do not fully capitalize on the cast's potential, resulting in a film that feels formulaic. Cinematography details are sparse, but the visual presentation is serviceable without any notable innovation.
Overall, Shree is a moderate entertainer with familiar tropes and a predictable storyline. It caters primarily to fans of the lead actor and genre enthusiasts but does not offer significant novelty or depth in storytelling or technical aspects.
Suriya: Earnest and energetic, carries the film with his screen presence.
Shrutika: Adequate as the romantic interest, though limited by the script.
Vadivelu: Provides effective comic relief with his timing and expressions.
Vijayakumar: Supportive role with a convincing portrayal.
Gayatri Jayaraman: Minor role with limited impact.
Sriman: Performs well in a supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Pushpavasakan's direction is straightforward but lacks innovation. The writing adheres to typical commercial cinema formulas without exploring deeper character development or novel plot elements, resulting in a film that feels familiar and somewhat uninspired.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics generally viewed Shree as a routine entertainer with limited novelty. While Suriya's performance and Vadivelu's comedy were appreciated, the film was criticized for its predictable plot and uneven pacing. The music and technical aspects received mixed responses, with no significant acclaim.
Final Box-Office Result
Shree released on 20 July 2002 (2002).
Shree is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
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Shree directed by Pushpavasakan. Produced by V. Sumankumar.
Shree stars Suriya, Shrutika, Vadivelu, Vijayakumar, Gayatri Jayaraman.
Tollybo rates Shree 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
Music for Shree composed by Muralidharan T S.
Shree — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 148 minutes, Language: Tamil.