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Critics Review
2.00
Bala's Gruesome Melodrama
Bala's forte is unusual characterization as he dwells into the minds of these characters and portrays on the screen how they will behave in forced situations. It is not clear in Tharai Thappattai on which character Bala wants to mount the narration and flow of the story. The first half does a good job in establishing Varu's eccentric character (Sooravali) and successfully get under the skin of her character. It switches on to Sasikumar's shoulders (Sannasi) with Sooravali getting very limited screen time and dialogues in the second half. (more)
Source: Moviecrow, MovieCrow
2.25
Watch it for Sasikumar and Varalakshmi in the first half and the weak hearted better walk away at the interval.
While the first half promises so much the second half is a total let down as the screenplay goes wayward and the long-drawn climax is unbearable not only because of the blood and gore but because of the unimaginative execution which is just a copy of all other Bala climaxes. (more)
Source: Editorial Board, IndiaGlitz.com
2.75
Exquisite music, exceedingly brutal treatment, strong filmmaking and a weak story - That's Thaarai Thappattai
All that said, while Bala must be appraised for extracting the best out of his team, the treatment of the movie and the story by itself stands as weaklings. While the story seem to be a rehash, the treatment of the tale is excessively violent and gory. (more)
Source: Behindwoods Team, Behindwoods.com
3.00
Thaarai Thappattai is brutally honest
Director Bala has once again scripted an intense tale of human pain and suffering that is infused with his trademark humour, great music and excellent performances. Thaarai Thappattai has all the elements that you expect from the brilliant director and while it may not appeal to all, it is definitely worth a watch.(more)
Source: S Saraswathi., Rediff.com
