A gentle rural comedy that is likeable, but not compelling enough
Panni Kutty Film Evaluate: The protagonist of Panni Kutty, Uthravathi (Karunakaran), is the type of man for whom life is nothing however never-ending issues. His sister Nilavathi (Shathiga) has a troubled marriage. His father Periya Karuppu (TP Gajendran) is an alcoholic. His mom would not even care when he tries to commit suicide. Even his makes an attempt to woo Kaveri (Lakshmi Priya), who runs a small eatery, aren’t understanding. He’s so unfortunate even in his makes an attempt to finish his life.
So, when he decides to steal a two-wheeler on the recommendation of a seer (Dindigul Leoni), to whom his pal Brunei (Ramar) takes him, we perceive that as an act of desperation from a person who’s clutching at straws. And when his luck turns round, he’s delighted. However then, earlier than lengthy, there’s an accident and now, the seer needs him to seek out the piglet that had brought on it and run over him once more! However what Uthra would not realise is that the piglet is below the safety of Thittani (Yogi Babu), who has to make sure the animal’s security, in order that he can get married.
In whole distinction to his debut movie, the wonderful thriller Kirumi, together with his sophomore effort Panni Kutty, director Anucharan goes for a breezy rural comedy drama. The movie is sweet enjoyable, revelling in situational humour that retains it entertaining until the very finish. Proper from the opening scene, once we see Uthra going to commit suicide (with a terrific use of thr TMS track Aararivil Ore Arivu Outtu), the director peppers the movie with humour, the quirky type that does not make you squeal with laughter, however brings a mild smile in your face whereas watching it. The casting feels proper, and the actors enliven the scenes with their camaraderie guaranteeing that there isn’t any boring second.
However this low-key method can also be what stops the movie from making it a compelling watch. Anucharan appears to be going for a slice-of-life comedy that captures the straightforward moments in life together with his writing, but it surely additionally lessens the seriousness of the stakes that the protagonist faces. So, we’re by no means absolutely concerned in his quest. Past the principal characters, the supporting ones are reasonably purposeful, so after a degree, we get the sensation of watching a premise that will have labored higher as a brief movie. Extra importantly, the climax is not impactful sufficient. One of many the reason why Kirumi labored so nicely was due to its climax, which packed a punch in a quiet means. Right here, neither can we get a grandstanding message nor a transferring second of realisation. As an alternative, we have now a matter-of-fact decision that feels too simplistic and handy, and leaves us feeling mildly underwhelmed.
