PARARI – MOVIE REVIEW

PARARI is a rural drama that is written and directed by Ezhil Periyavedi. The film is produced by Harisankar.

PARARI positions itself as a rural drama with a socially conscious message. Unfortunately, it ends up as yet another addition to Tamil cinema’s growing list of “thozhar” films, recycling themes and tropes that audiences have seen countless times before. The film enters the fray with the backing of some festival accolades, but these seem to be the sole justification for its existence. Instead of offering fresh perspectives or innovative storytelling, PARARI delivers a relentless barrage of preachy scenes and regurgitated messages. Despite the director’s apparent intention to resonate with the audience, the film feels more like an echo chamber catering to a niche audience rather than engaging the larger viewership. In short, PARARI is a chore to sit through, offering little in terms of novelty or entertainment. It is unlikely to find favour with anyone outside a specific coterie of festival jurors or sympathetic admirers of this sub-genre.

Performances are serviceable but unremarkable. Harisankar and Sangeetha Kalyan put in decent efforts, but the rest of the cast merely goes through the motions, offering nothing memorable.

On the technical front, the film is equally middling. Sridhar’s cinematography is functional but fails to elevate the narrative. Sean Ronald’s music, while passable, doesn’t leave a lasting impression. Editing by Sam falters, with noticeable lapses that disrupt the film’s flow. Dialogues are tired and predictable, further dragging down the already ordinary direction.

PARARI is a definite miss

PARARI – PARARI

1.75/5

B.U.Shreesha