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2.50
Aravan is agonisingly slow
At best some of that sweeping cinematography by Siddharth and Vijay Murugan’s sets are breathtaking, but that aside, this is one film which is not in the same league as the director's earlier films. (more)
Source: MovieBuzz, Sify.com
4.00
Aravaan is brilliant
Aravaan is a slice of life from 18th century Tamil Nadu, with its lifestyle, humour, sorrows, loves and losses documented in painstaking fashion. This is an ode to history that deserves every bit of attention it receives. As such, it's one of those movies that deserve to become a legend. (more)
Source: Pavithra Srinivasan, Rediff.com
2.50
Aravaan:High on detailing and effort, low on engaging
There is an end card which says that capital punishment should be banned. But if this is what Balan wanted to convey, it baffles as to why he brought in 18th century Tamils. Finally when the film draws to a close, there is something amiss that you are not able to place a finger on. Is it that we have all placed too much expectation on Balan and are not able to come to terms with the fact that he has disappointed his true fans? (more)
Source: Movie Reviewer, Behindwoods.com
3.25
Aravaan is Good
Overall if you are fed up of regular commercial drama, Aravan is a perfect watch for this weekend! (more)
Source: Ambili S, galatta.com
4.00
Steals and Guards
Word of mouth must do the job! Aravaan is also slightly reminiscent of Virumaandi. Aravaan – Eight Pack Excellence!(more)
Source: Editorial Board, 600024
3.50
This is an ode to history that deserves every bit of attention it receives.
Aravaan is sure to remain as a milestone in the making of a periodic film. (more)
Source: Editorial Board, Truthdive
3.50
Go for 'Aravaan', a novice attempt that's worthy of your time.
Vasantabalan should thank T Siva who has managed to produce a mega film with no hassles. The movie is entertaining and engrossing from the word go. There is some lacunae in second half with too many sub-plots. But what makes it count is that it is indeed a honest attempt. (more)
Source: Movie Reviewer, IndiaGlitz.com
2.50
3.50
Good attempt by entire team
‘Aravaan’ would surely attract audiences from all ages. One specialty of ‘Aravaan’ is, it would surely take you back to few centuries back, as and while we watch it. That is the biggest victory.(more)
Source: Richard Mahesh, Top10Cinema
2.50
Logic lost in the sands of time
If you ask whether Balan has lived up to the buzz, the answer would be ‘only to some extent’.(more)
Source: Anupama Subramanian, Deccan Chronicle
2.50
Aravaan is a wasted opportunity.
The structure of the plot wavers between the past and the present. It is an accepted form of storytelling but not here, when the present is hardly of any interest.(more)
Source: Rohit Ramachandran, Nowrunning
2.00
Poor script tests patience in the second half of the film.
‘Aravan’s long journey of roughly about 2.45 hours turns out to be a dreary and a disappointing one.(more)
Source: Malini Mannath, Indian Express
3.00
Tale of bravery impresses in period drama 'Aravaan'
'Aravaan', the people's history, is worth a watch despite some shortcomings. (more)
Source: Aravindan DI, IANS