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800 is a Tamil based sports biographical film. Based on the Sri Lankan cricketer named Muttiah Muralitharan. M.S. Sripathy and Shehan Karunatilaka are the direc

800 Movie Review

800 Movie Review Tamil Movie Review
Review for the film " 800"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 02 Hour 38 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 06-10-2023
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800 is a Tamil based sports biographical film. Based on the Sri Lankan cricketer named Muttiah Muralitharan. M.S. Sripathy and Shehan Karunatilaka Shehan Karunatilaka is a popular writer famous for >> Read More... are the directors and writers of the film. The cast includes Madhur Mittal Madhur Mittal began a new phase of his career in 2 >> Read More... , Mahima Nambiar Mahima Nambiar was born as Gopika in Kasargod, Ker >> Read More... , Nassar, Aruldoss, Raj Awasti Raj Awasti is an Indian Film Actor and Producer. H >> Read More... , Kishore Bhatt Kishore Bhatt was born on 2nd March 1951 is an Ind >> Read More... , Robert William Carlisle, Paul Coster, Vickrem Gill Vikram Gill is an Indian actor. He is working in t >> Read More... , Terry Hurley, Mike Kelson, Caroline Koziol, Hari Krishnan Hari Krishnan, popularly called as Hari is an Indi >> Read More... , Sharath Lohitashwa Though his debut into films industry is because of >> Read More... , Riythvika Panneerselvam Riythvika Panneerselvam is a renowned actress in T >> Read More... , Vela Ramamoorthy Vela Ramamoorthy is an Indian actor and writer who >> Read More... , Emilija Senavaityte and Paul Sultana. Vivek Rangachari Vivek Rangachari is an investment banker who set u >> Read More... is the producer of this movie. R. D. Rajasekhar handles the cinematography. Ghibran dealt with the soundtrack. Praveen K. L. edited the script.

Plot

The story's plot revolves around the life of a cricketer. It is a biographical movie about Muthiah Muralidaran. He belonged to Tamil. However, he was suppressed by the society, keeping him away from his desires. The film captures Muthiah’s life which was filled with twists and turns. He was a centre of laughter, and his friends often bullied him. However, he found solace in cricket. He was earlier recognised as only a fast bowler but today he has become the highest wicket taker bowler in the history of cricket. Muthiah sets the record for taking 800 wickets in Test Cricket. He proved his nationality for Sri Lanka even though he was an ethnic Tamil.

Star performance

The main character of the story is Muttiah Muralitharan. Madhur Mittal plays his character. He depicts Muttiah perfectly as a human being with a good heart and as a record breker cricketer. The balance between emotions of his character is palpable as he is shown as weak, fragile however, transforms into an excellent bowler. He delivered a nuanced performance which kept audiences on the screen throughout the movie.

Other characters like Mahima Nambiar as Madhimalar, King Ratnam as Arjuna Ranatunga, Nassar as Mugunthan Sathasivam, Narain as master and Yog Japee as Chandra Schaffter have also delivered fantastic performance in the movie. Their presence made the storyline more interesting. They highlights character of Madhur Mittal who is the protagonist in the movie.

Analysis

800 is a biographical film based on the life of a cricketer who is known internationally for making the record of taking the highest number of wickets in the Test Cricket. The story is fact based. Therefore, it turns out to be a reliable source. The title of the movie “800” symbolises the number of wickets Muttiah took in Test Cricket. For someone, who belonged to a labourer class it becomes essential to get recognisation. Therefore, this movie is legendary. The storyline is quite intense and exciting. It makes the movie more authentic. It forms a unique inspirational story. However, the pace of the film is problematic. The film is watchable.

The main cast of the movie specifically Madhur Mittal as Muttiah is fantastic. The supporting cast have also delivered a fantastic performance highlighting the flaws in the movie. The film also have an amazing cinematography. The soundtracks are also enjoyable and motivational. It perfectly depicts the authentic elements of the film.

What's there? 

  •  Thriller and action are the themes of the movie. It makes it unique.
  •  With the help of soundtracks, cinematography and visuals the directors presented the authenticity of the film.
  • The execution of the film is neat.
  • The film is authentic and legendary.
  • The supporting cast have delivered a fantastic performance.

What's not there?

  • The pace is problematic in the film as it is too slow in intense scenes.

Verdict

800 is a must-watch movie. Not only is it suitable for general knowledge, the film is based on facts. It makes it even more authentic. Muttiah Muralitharan is an international cricketer who belonged to at Tamil labour class. Getting recognition was very difficult for him. Therefore, this biographical film deserves one watch. It might be a multiple watch whenever one feels lagging in the life.


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