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Desimartini is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Manoj Kumar R.

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3
Kanguva (2024) Manoj Kumar R Suriya’s performance in Kanguva compensates for the weaknesses in Siva’s storytelling, compelling us to invest in the narrative.
Posted Nov 14, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Amaran (2024) Manoj Kumar R Indhu’s character humanizes Mukund, deepening our connection with his story. Her presence makes the film’s conclusion far more moving than the reactions evoked by typical news headlines about army casualties in terror attacks.
Posted Oct 31, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Lucky Baskhar (2024) Manoj Kumar R Lucky Baskhar could be described as Money Heist meets Scam 1992, with hints of an ambition to reveal the ugly side of excessive lifestyles (The Wolf of Wall Street).
Posted Oct 30, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Bougainvillea (2024) Manoj Kumar R Set against the backdrop of an unreliable memory, Bougainvillea borrows elements from classics like Memento and The Usual Suspects, while crafting a uniquely Malayalam narrative.
Posted Oct 17, 2024  Edit critic review
2
Vettaiyan (2024) Manoj Kumar R One of Vettaiyan’s biggest downfalls is its indecisiveness about the main villain. Gnanavel tries to tackle too many social issues—extrajudicial killings, the controversial NEET exam, and corruption in the education sector—all in one film.
Posted Oct 10, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Meiyazhagan (2024) Manoj Kumar R Filmmaker C Prem Kumar delivers once again with his latest movie Meiyazhagan, delivering another nostalgia-heavy exploration of the pains and simple pleasures of life—things most of us overlook in the pursuit of bigger and more expensive aspirations.
Posted Sep 27, 2024  Edit critic review
2
Devara Part 1 (2024) Manoj Kumar R Jr NTR's Devara:Part 1 suffers from uneven pacing and moments that feel shoehorned in for fan service.
Posted Sep 27, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Ajayante Randam Moshanam (A.R.M.) (2024) Manoj Kumar R Tovino Thomas, in top form, delivers a career-defining performance. As Maniyan, he embodies raw physicality and emotional depth, making his portrayal of the defiant thief unforgettable.
Posted Sep 12, 2024  Edit critic review
2
The Greatest of All Time (2024) Manoj Kumar R The Greatest of All Time fails to live up to its ambitious title. What could have been a thrilling, star-studded spectacle turns into a muddled, uninspired film that leans too heavily on nostalgia and star references to hide its lack of substance.
Posted Sep 05, 2024  Edit critic review
2
Saripodhaa Sanivaaram (2024) Manoj Kumar R Despite Vivek Athreya’s attempt to inject his signature style into a new genre, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram ultimately lacks the excitement and novelty that could have made it memorable.
Posted Aug 29, 2024  Edit critic review
4
The Adamant Girl (2024) Manoj Kumar R Kottukkaali centres on women like Meena, played with haunting brilliance by Anna Ben, who refuse to conform to societal expectations. Her resistance is a silent, powerful statement against the facade of normalcy that her family wishes to maintain.
Posted Aug 22, 2024  Edit critic review
4
Thangalaan (2024) Manoj Kumar R Thangalaan is a film that demands not just to be watched but to be experienced. It’s a tale of struggle, grit, and perseverance, where every frame is imbued with a sense of purpose and meaning.
Posted Aug 15, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5
KALKI (2024) Manoj Kumar R This dystopian setup foreshadows the grim future for mankind should the world continue on its current course, but underneath, it's packed with mythological symbols and diverse cultural, spiritual, and religious beliefs.
Posted Jul 26, 2024  Edit critic review
2
Indian 2 (2024) Manoj Kumar R Shankar's approach to filmmaking and storytelling feels outdated. It's a very unpleasant experience to see one of your favourite directors seem clueless about how to handle one of the iconic characters he created at the prime of his career.
Posted Jul 26, 2024  Edit critic review
3
Raayan (2024) Manoj Kumar R If Raayan was just about Raayan, it might have been a big dud because we have seen this story a million times. Dhanush knows it, and he cleverly overcomes the fatigue of familiarity in the narrative by simply giving more screen time to other characters.
Posted Jul 26, 2024  Edit critic review
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