Kumki

My review: Kumki

Whether it is "Kokki", "Lee", "Ladam" or "Myna" Prabhu Solomon's movies are different from each other and the mainstream Tamil movies in their thought and execution. He also seeks to it that his movies are entertaining at the same time. Known for his gripping screenplay, Prabhu Solomon has slipped a bit this time with "Kumki".

The story and screenplay gives a feeling of something is missing. Though the backdrop is novel the story is old mundane boy meets a girl falls in love and the dilemma of one's good versus collective good. Though the ending is good, it looks a bit contrived.

Music and cinematography more than makes up for the writer-director's lapses. D.Iman and Sukumar are the real heroes of this movie and they sure would get lots of accolades for their works.

Boasting of the best musical album of the year "Kumki" seem to have got an opening mainly due to its songs. It has been a very long time since one witnessed audience growing crazy when the songs starts in a Tamil movie. Each song is greeted with applause and whistles. For Iman it is his career best. Even the background score is too good though most of it is the songs' BGM. Songs keep the audience going.

Another pillar of the movie is cinematography. It is career best for Sukumar too. The best visuals this year. Yes the story is set in a landscape which is rich in its natural splendor but it does need talent to showcase the same with such dexterity. Awards and accolades are awaiting this talented youngster.

Thambi Ramaiah is once again used well by Prabhu Solomon. Most part of the movie he keeps the audience entertained with his witty one-liners and nearing the climax he comes to his own with his emotive skills. Vikram Prabhu has worked hard but somehow the spontaneity is missing. Lakshmi Menon keeps up her good work following her debut "Sundarapandian". Here she doesn't get that much scope though. THe support cast of largely unknown actors have done their parts well.

The production team could have spent more time and money on the CG work. It is poorly executed especially in the climax fight sequences between the elephants.

"Kumki" is entertaining in parts, excellent music and brilliant cinematography makes the audience forget the deficiencies in the writing and execution. Definitely once watchable for its strengths mentioned though it kinda fails to live up to the expectations.

Bottomline : For splendid music & amazing visuals

3/5