Raattinam (U)
18/May/2012

3.00

Get into this Raattinam, you would not regret the ride

There are occasions when the film reminds the audience of Balaji Sakthivel�s Kaadhal. But Thangasamy stands out different in his simplistic narration, screen play and characterization. Raattinam�s climax is its highlight (more)

Source: Editorial Board, Behindwoods.com

3.25

Raatinam has a poetry and melancholy that stays with you.

A charming little treat of a film, Raatinam is packed with moments that will resonate with every viewer because they mirror real experiences. Debutant director KS Thangasamy injects a rare freshness into this simple, straightforward love story which reaches out because it is presented well in a racy...(more)

Source: MovieBuzz, Sify.com

2.50

Rattinam is just another love story. But it has a strange groove and melancholy that seems to go beyond the cheese and draw applause.

There�s also the usual dose of politics and family drama involved. The film should be viewed for its subtleties since there is nothing original to be done with a simple script and yet-another-love-story such as this. There are hardly any surprises but the climax is very neatly done. (more)

Source: Anupama Subramanian, Deccan Chronicle

3.00

A romantic film with a realistic ending. Worth a watch.

Raattinam is a film that succeeds in surprising you on more occasions than just one � the biggest surprise coming right at the end, in the form of the climax. The story may appear clich�d, but the message communicated through his film is relatively fresh.(more)

Source: Manikandan KR, The Hindu

3.25

Neatly packaged

Raattinam, a giant wheel which has romance, sentiment, friendship and a harsh dosage of reality. The star cast fits the bill perfectly! The lead characters are fresh and their on screen chemistry is pretty awesome. (more)

Source: Ambili S, galatta.com