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Red Sandal Wood Tamil Movie Review : Red Sandal Wood is a Tamil drama-thriller with a compelling premise about sandalwood smuggling and its impact on innocent lives. While it starts strong, the rushed narrative, lack of emotional depth, and a predictable climax hinder its potential. Nevertheless, it’s worth watching for its intriguing concept and some engaging moments.

Red Sandal Wood Tamil Movie Rating: | ⭐⭐ ⭐| 3/5

Plot: Red Sandal Wood follows Prabha, an aspiring boxer from North Madras, on a journey to find his girlfriend’s missing brother. He stumbles upon a red sandalwood smuggling scandal in Andhra Pradesh, leading to a dangerous confrontation with powerful criminals. Prabha must navigate this treacherous world to rescue his loved one.

Story: Red Sandal Wood tells the story of Prabha, a boxer who ventures to Andhra Pradesh to locate his girlfriend’s missing brother, Karuna. Along the way, he uncovers a dangerous red sandalwood smuggling operation and becomes entangled with ruthless criminals. Prabha’s quest for justice takes him on a perilous journey of survival and retribution.

Director: Guru Ramaanujam

Cast: Vetri, Diya Mayuri, Ramachandra Raju, Abhi, M.S. Bhaskar, G. Marimuthu, Mimmo Mimmo, Ravi Venkat Raman, Vinod Sagar, Ganesh Venkatraman, Ravi Venkatraman, Vishwanth and more.

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“Red Sandal Wood,” directed by Guru Ramaanujam, takes audiences on a thrilling ride through the dangerous world of red sandalwood smuggling. While it holds the promise of suspense and intrigue, the film also carries a deeper message. Let’s dissect this cinematic journey and explore its highs and lows.

Plot and Themes

At its core, “Red Sandal Wood” is a tale of one man’s unwavering determination to rescue his girlfriend’s missing brother, entangled in a web of red sandalwood smuggling. The plot offers a unique blend of suspense, action, and sentiment. It sheds light on the illegal trade of red sandalwood and its dire consequences on innocent lives, particularly Tamil laborers. The film touches on themes of greed, justice, and the power of one individual to stand against corrupt forces.

Acting and Characters

Vetri Sudley, in the role of Prabha, delivers a commendable performance as an aspiring boxer turned reluctant hero. His portrayal captures the essence of a determined young man caught in the midst of chaos. Kabali Vishwanth’s portrayal of Karuna adds emotional depth to the story. MS Bhaskar’s cameo provides a sentimental touch, while Diyaa Mayurikha shines as Prabha’s girlfriend, adding authenticity to her character. Ganesh Venkatraman’s transformation as a special task officer is noteworthy, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Direction and Narrative

Guru Ramaanujam’s direction takes us on a visually striking journey through the forests of Andhra Pradesh. The film’s initial setup is convincing, immersing the audience in Prabha’s quest. However, the narrative takes a melodramatic turn, slowing down the pace and missing opportunities for deeper character connections. The film could have benefited from tighter storytelling and more nuanced character development.

Score and Cinematography

Sam C.S.’s background score adds tension and atmosphere to the film, enhancing its overall impact. The cinematography captures the beauty of the forested landscapes and effectively conveys the sense of danger lurking within. The film’s technical aspects contribute to its immersive quality.

Production Design and Special Effects

The production design and special effects of “Red Sandal Wood” deserve recognition. The portrayal of the red sandalwood trade and the forest setting are visually captivating. The film effectively conveys the importance of red sandalwood in Tamil culture and the motivations behind its illegal trade.

Editing and Pace

One of the film’s notable drawbacks is its pacing. While it successfully builds curiosity initially, it loses momentum as the narrative becomes drawn out. Some sequences feel stretched, affecting the overall flow of the story. Tighter editing could have maintained the audience’s engagement.

Dialogues and Emotional Impact

The dialogues in “Red Sandal Wood” are impactful, particularly those that address the plight of Tamil laborers. Lines like “Tamil Nadu lerndhu pora kadaisi uyir endha dhaan irukanum” resonate with the audience, highlighting the film’s social message. However, the melodramatic elements occasionally dilute the emotional impact.

“Red Sandal Wood” is a film that combines thrilling moments with a heartfelt message. While it stumbles in pacing and melodrama, it cannot be dismissed entirely. The film’s portrayal of red sandalwood smuggling sheds light on a significant issue, and Vetri Sudley’s performance as Prabha anchors the narrative. It’s a movie that, despite its flaws, invites viewers to reflect on the consequences of illegal trades and the importance of justice.

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The film, which revolves around sandalwood smuggling, is directed by Guru Ramanujam

Red Sandalwood OTT release date: When and where to watch Vetri's latest film

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Last Updated: 11.44 PM, Oct 12, 2023

Director Guru Ramanujam's Red Sandalwood, which stars Vetri in the lead, is all set to drop on Aha Tamil. The film will have its digital premiere on October 20. Aha Tamil shared the announcement on its social media handle, with the caption, "Awakening an unknown world for LOVE #RedSandalWood premieres on October 20th on aha! Don't miss watching it (sic)."

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Plot of Red Sandalwood

The plot of Red Sandalwood revolves around sandalwood smuggling and how poor and vulnerable people are trafficked for the task. The star cast includes Garuda Ram, MS Bhaskar, Ganesh Venkatram, Diya Mayuri, Vishwanth, Ramachandra Raju, G Marimuthu, Vinod Sagar to name a few.

Based on a real-life incident

Talking to OTTplay earlier, Ganesh Venkatram, who plays a crucial role in the film, had stated, "The film is inspired by a real-life incident in Andhra Pradesh. It is an expose of a crime syndicate dealing with red sandalwood which also involved the murder of workers involved in the task." Majority of the portions were canned in Talakona and Renigunta in Andhra Pradesh, and in Chennai and Dharmapuri.

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Film undergoes title change

The film was initially titled Red Sandal, but was later changed to Red Sandalwood. Music for the film is by Sam CS, cinematography by Suresh Bala and editing by Richard Kevin. Red Sandalwood, bankrolled by JN Cinemas, hit screens on September 8.

Though Vetri's performance in the film came in for praise, the film opened to mixed reviews at the box office. Many appreciated the idea, but called the execution below average. Vetri shot to fame with 8 Thottakkal (2017). He later worked in films like Jiivi, Jiivi 2 and Memories to name a few.

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Pushpa, too, revolves around red sandalwood smuggling

It is to be noted that Allu Arun's much-hyped pan-Indian project, Pushpa: The Rise also revolves around the smuggling of red sandalwood. The second part of the film, which also stars Fahadh Faasil and Rashmika Mandanna, will hit screens for Independence Day next year. Also expected to hit screens on the same day are Indian 2 and Singham 3.

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Red Sandal Wood OTT Release Date: OTT Platform, Cast, Story, and Trailer

Red Sandalwood movie has found a streaming partner and is now ready to stream from October 20th! Before you start watching, here are some fascinating details about the film's OTT platform, story, cast & crew, and more in this article.

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  • Red Sandal Wood OTT
  • Red Sandal Wood OTT Overview
  • Red Sandal Wood Story
  • Red Sandal Wood Review
  • Red Sandal Wood Cast and Crew
  • Watch the Red Sandal Wood Trailer Here
  • How to Watch Red Sandal Wood on OTT
  • Red Sandal Wood Movie FAQ

Red Sandal Wood OTT

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Red Sandalwood , a gripping tale of betrayal is now ready to stream on Aha Tamil from October 20th . This intense film, directed by the talented Guru Ramaanujam, is a must-watch for aspiring filmmakers and cinephiles alike. Experience the magic of cinema from the comfort of your home!

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Red Sandal Wood Story

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Prabha (Vetri), a boxer from north Madras, travels all the way to Andhra Pradesh in search of his girlfriend's brother, Karuna (Kabali Vishwanath). Karuna has gone missing after getting involved in a red sandalwood smuggling racket. Since it is a valuable wood that is native to the Seshachalam Hills in Andhra Pradesh, it is in high demand in China and other East Asian countries, where it is used for making furniture, carvings, and traditional Chinese medicine. Prabha's search for Karuna leads him to the world of red sandalwood smuggling, where he witnesses the greed and violence that are associated with this illegal trade. He also comes into conflict with the Andhra Pradesh police, who are known for their brutality in dealing with smugglers. As Prabha gets deeper into the red sandalwood smuggling racket, he uncovers a scandal that has taken the lives of many Tamil civilians. He decides to put an end to the racket, even if it means risking his own life.

Red Sandal Wood Review

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Red Sandal Wood is a daring film that tackles the explosive topic of red sandalwood smuggling. The film's visuals are scorching, and its action sequences are incendiary. However, the film's narrative is slow-burning, and its characters are underdeveloped. This results in a film that is more smoke than fire. Despite its flaws, Red Sandal Wood is still a watchable film. The film's bold subject matter and impressive visuals make it worth watching for fans of thrillers.

Red Sandal Wood Cast and Crew

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Red Sandal Wood is a 2023 Tamil action thriller film written and directed by Guru Ramaanujam. It stars Vetri, Diya Mayuri, and MS Bhaskar in the lead roles. The film also features Vinod Sagar, Ganesh Venkatraman, Vishwanth, and many others in supporting roles. Sam CS's enchanting music captivated the audience, leaving them breathless and emotionally invested.

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How to Watch Red Sandal Wood on OTT

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1. You may install the Aha Tamil App or go to the original Aha Tamil website to view the film streaming online on the OTT service. 2. If you're a new user, register with your email address or phone number and create a password. If you already use the service, type your username and password. 3. You will be sent to the home page after logging in, where you can check out the newest movies that are streaming on the OTT platform. 4. You could track the search tab by typing "Red Sandal Wood" into the search bar. 5. You can enjoy watching the movie by selecting a language and clicking the "Play Now" button.

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1. What is the release date for Red Sandal Wood? The release date for Red Sandal Wood is September 8, 2023. 2. Who is the director of Red Sandal Wood? The director of Red Sandal Wood is Guru Ramaanujam. 3. Who are the cast members of Red Sandal Wood? The cast members of Red Sandal Wood are Vetri and Ramachandra Raju as the lead stars, along with Diya Mayuri, M.S. Bhaskar, Vishwanth, and G. Marimuthu, Abhi. 4. What is the genre of Red Sandal Wood? The genre of Red Sandal Wood is action thriller film. 5. Where can I watch Red Sandal Wood? You can watch Red Sandal Wood in theatres on September 8, 2023. The OTT release date has not yet been announced. 6. What is the story of Red Sandal Wood? The film highlights the environmental impact of red sandalwood smuggling and the dangers faced by those who are involved in it. 7. Which OTT platform bought the streaming service Red Sandal Wood? Aha Tamil bought the streaming rights of the Red Sandalwood movie. 8. What is Red Sandal Wood's OTT selling price? The OTT selling price of Red Sandal Wood was not known. 9. What is the OTT release date for Red Sandal Wood? Red Sandalwood movie is now ready to stream on Aha Tamil from October 20th! 10. Is the Red Sandal Wood movie directed by a debutant? The movie was helmed by Guru Ramaanujam, a debutant director who marked his entry into the film world with "Red Sandal Wood." 11. Is the Red Sandal Wood movie a real story? A tale of twenty Tamil boys from the lower-middle class struggling to make ends meet Their fateful encounter with an Andhra Pradesh police officer deep in the sandalwood forest in 2015 was an inspiration for this movie to be made.

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‘Red Island’ Review: Robin Campillo’s Disjointed but Alluring Memory Piece

The French director of 'BPM' returns with a warm, textured evocation of a childhood in postcolonial Madagascar that abruptly shifts focus from the personal to the political.

By Guy Lodge

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That switch is both arresting and jarring — a structural pivot that makes for a film easier to admire than it is to embrace. Yet its autobiographical elements are keenly felt, as Campillo grapples intelligently not just with the blind spots of his personal past, but those of his national heritage. Unexpectedly absent from certain major festivals and met with lukewarm reviews on home turf, “Red Island” hasn’t quite the assurance or brio of “BPM” or Campillo’s directorial debut “Eastern Boys,” but still confirms its helmer as a major name in contemporary French cinema — one who can fill a sprawling period canvas with considerable visual imagination and sensory detail.

The film opens with a disorienting flourish of fantasy: a miniature caper set in a stylized toytown of cardboard and felt, following the crime-fighting exploits of Zorro-masked child superheroine Fantômette (Calissa Oskal-Ool). It turns out these are the vivid imaginings of ten-year-old Thomas (Charlie Vauselle), inspired by his favorite series of comic books; such daydreams recur throughout the film, indicative of a young mind that readily drifts from reality. Still, there’s adventure and intrigue aplenty in Thomas’ everyday life, which plays out, after all, on a tropical African island far from his homeland. He just needs to know where to look for it — when, aping Fantômette, he begins his own nighttime investigations.

Campillo sensitively captures the ensuing transition between childish fancy and disillusionment, which dovetails neatly with the Frenchmen’s apathetic shedding of colonial ideals — their days there are numbered, and everyone is waiting for the next chapter of their lives to begin. Not so passive are the Malagasy, restlessly reaching for their imminent independence, and backgrounded in the film until Miangaly seizes narrative focus in a denouement that centers her people’s revolution. Meanwhile, the white characters we hitherto assumed were the collective subject are cast into the margins. It’s a stark, pointed shift that will divide audiences: It’s hard not to wish Miangaly’s character had been more richly developed in parallel with the others throughout, though the symbolic impact of her tardy takeover is plain.

There’s a hint of self-effacement in Campillo’s demotion of his own coming-of-age tale, an acknowledgement of the smallness of his memories relative to the island’s own seismic story of the time, even if the film never quite gives itself over to more radical ideas. Yet the family scenes still carry weight and pathos, as Thomas gradually tunes into his mother’s suppressed sadness, and Robert’s alpha paternal gestures (including, most bizarrely, a gift to his children of baby crocodiles) take on a near-nihilistic desperation. DP Jeanne Lapoirie shoots the burnt-orange Madagascan days and the humid, inky nights with equally saturated intensity, making it an appropriate backdrop for emotions running hot and bothered on all sides. Campillo’s recall may have evolved and matured, but it clearly hasn’t faded.

Reviewed online, March 5, 2024. (In San Sebastian, London, Rendez-Vous with French Cinema festivals.) Running time: 117 MIN. (Original title: "L'île Rouge")

  • Production: (France-Belgium-Madagascar) A Les Films de Pierre production in coproduction with Scope Pictures, France 3 Cinema, Doc Madagascar, Memento Production, Playtime. (World sales, Playtime, Paris.) Producer: Marie-Ange Luciani.
  • Crew: Director: Robin Campillo. Screenplay: Campillo, Gilles Marchand. Camera: Jeanne Lapoirie. Editors: Campillo, Stephanie Leger, Anita Roth. Music: Arnaud Rebotini.
  • With: Charlie Vauselle, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, Quim Gutiérrez, Amely Rakotoarimalala Quim Gutiérrez, Hugues Delamarlière, Luna Carpiaux. (French, Malagasy dialogue)

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