Ammani (U)
14/Oct/2016 Drama, Drama 1hr 32mins

3.25

A drama with textured characters and a tough message

Ammani leaves you with a sense of what it could have been with a bigger budget. But the director doesn't let this stint her ambition. We get a better sense of location shooting than in bigger films. Trains play a major part in the story, and we see them frequently rattling past Salamma's house in Vy...(more)

Source: BARADWAJ RANGAN, The Hindu

3.25

Honest attempt

What really works for Ammani is the gentle screenplay without any gimmicks or drama. Among many beautifully written scenes, loved the subtle part where Ammani takes the empty brandy bottle kept under Saalama's pillow. Facing too many problems in her life, Saalama drinks and this scene is handled wit...(more)

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2.00

Good performances in a weather-beaten plot

Ammani's plot resembles a lecture in morals, and familial tiffs and the grab-money lines has been the subject of many films. Ramakrishnan's work, as such, has nothing novel to write home about. But, yes, the performances of the two women are marvellous -- one with her mischievous twinkle in her eye ...(more)

Source: Gautaman Bhaskaran, Hindustan Times

3.00

A neatly made heartwarming film!

The film is highly strong on mise-en-scene for which the director Lakshmy Ramakrishnan has to be lauded. Just like her first film Aarohanam, this film also runs for only 90 minutes, which is a great boost for the film.(more)

Source: Behindwoods Review Board, Behindwoods.com

4.50

Celebrating the power of the free-spirited women

While most filmmakers struggle to make a decent film by staying behind the camera, Lakshmy aces both in front of as well as behind the camera. She also has a great eye for talent and the way her actors perform, leaves you wondering if she should seriously consider becoming a casting director too. ...(more)

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3.25

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