Samar

Name: Samar
Genre: Action, Thriller
Released: 2013-01-13
Duration: 2 h 24 min
Cast: Vishal Krishna, Trisha Krishnan, Sunaina, Jayaprakash, Sampath Raj

2013·Movie

·2h 24min·

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Samar fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Tension7
Adrenaline6
Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Romance5
Hopefulness5
Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Physical Comedy4
Wit & Wordplay3
Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime

World Immersion7
Dialogue Centrality6
Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue8
Narrative Structure7
Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Cinematography6
Music Composition5

Energy

Medium

Tense

Samar is tense.

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All energy traits

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Low

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

All heart traits

Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Related traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime

Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and crime.

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All world traits

World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.

Acting6Performance craft and presence.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Who it's for

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About

Shakthi, a trekking guide, goes to Bangkok after he receives a patch-up invitation from his lover Roopa, who had broken up with him. En route, he strikes up a friendship Maya. When Roopa doesn’t arrive for the rendezvous, Shakthi decides to return to India but gets embroiled in a mystery where he is taken for a millionaire businessman. Pretty soon, even Shakthi starts doubting his own identity. Can he get out of this conundrum?

Identity MysteryBangkok SettingPsychological ThrillerCriminal ConspiracyTrekking Guide ProtagonistPolitical IntrigueUnexpected TwistsCharacter Doubt

Actors

Vishal Krishna

Shakthi

Trisha Krishnan

Maya

Sunaina

Roopa

Jayaprakash

Joseph Kuriyan

Sampath Raj

Muthumaran

Manoj Bajpayee

Rajesh Arunachalam

J. D. Chakravarthi

John Frederick

Narayan Lucky

Rohit

John Vijay

Manohar

Sriman

Jayakumar

N. Azhagamperumal

Sakthi's Father

Scarlett Mellish Wilson

Special Appearance in "Rajaavin Thoattathil" Song

Crew

Directed by:

Thiru

Written by:

Na. Muthukumar, S. Ramakrishnan, Kabilan

Produced by:

T. Ramesh, Jaya Balaji

Composed by:

Yuvan Shankar Raja, Yuvan Shankar Raja, Udit Narayan

Sequels and Prequels

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