Vizha (Eng: Function) is a 2013 Tamil film directed by Barathi Balakumaran. It stars Mahendran and Malavika Menon. This film is the love story of Sundaram, who plays the thappu at death functions, and Rakkamma, an oppari singer, and how his friends give him undying support.
This film has been inspired by the award-winning short film Uthiri, and was extensively shot in Madurai, highlighting its cultural and traditional practices.
James Vasanthan has added character to the film by using traditional folk instruments to compose some wonderful folk numbers. UK Senthilkumar’s camera and Praveen’s crisp editing, we hear, will only enhance the narrative.
Directed by – Barathi Balakumaran
Produced by – Rama Narayanan, Sunir Kheterpal, K.G.Jayavel & Balamurugan
Written by – Barathi Balakumaran
Starring – Mahendran, Malavika Menon
Music by – James Vasanthan
Cinematography – U. K. Senthilkumar
Edited by – Praveen K. L. & N. B. Srikanth
Production – Sri Thenandal Films, Azure Entertainment & JV Media Dreams
Release dates – December 27, 2013
Country – India
Language – Tamil
Visitor Rating: 2 Stars