Good Bad Ugly is a film that has been generating significant buzz, thanks to the combination of Ajith Kumar and Director Adhik Ravi. The film has been highlighting that Director Adhik Ravi whonis a famboy of Ajith will showcase his hero bringing Hi vintage style and swag. The promos and posters also reflects the same increasing the buzz around the film. Mythri Movie Makers has produced the film. The film hit the screens worldwide on April 10. Let's delve into the review.
The movie revolves around AK (Ajith), a powerful don who gives up his life of crime for his family, only to return to his old ways to save his son. What happens next and how he saved his son facing his enemies in his old ways. With Ajith in the lead role, the film promises to deliver high-octane action and drama.
Ajith Kumar undoubtedly carries the film with his screen presence. Ajith delivers a one man show as Don AK, impressing his fans with his style and swag. However, his role lacks emotional depth, and his character feels more like a caricature than a fully fleshed-out role.
Trisha's role as AK's wife is forgettable, with her character barely making an impact on the film. Her styling is a mixed bag, and she looks aged in the movie. While actors like Arjun Das manage to add some value.
The majority of the supporting roles feel underdeveloped and serve primarily as background elements to highlight AK's dominance. Talented actors like Sunil, Rahul Dev, Yogi Babu, Prasanna, Prabhu, and Simran are relegated to roles that offer little opportunity to showcase their abilities
Good Bad Ugly is a passable film at best, catering mainly to senior hero Ajith fans. While the film has its moments, the narrative is often repetitive and lacks emotional depth. The director relies heavily on slow-motion shots and hero elevation sequences, which, while visually impressive, fail to add substance to the story. The film's weak writing and execution are evident in the final emotional moment between AK and his son, which falls flat.The narrative structure heavily prioritizes the glorification of AK's character. Scenes are meticulously crafted to showcase his power, style, and invincibility. While this might appeal to die-hard fans, it comes at the expense of a compelling storyline.
G V Prakash's background score is quirky and effective, particularly during the slow-motion shots. However, the film's songs are forgettable. Abinandhan Ramanujam's camera work is solid, maintaining a consistent visual vibe throughout the film. Vijay Velukutty's editing is alright, but the film could have benefited from tighter editing to remove some of the repetitive scenes. The production values by Mythri Movie Makers are excellent, with the film looking visually grand and feeling like a tier 1 big star vehicle.
Altogether, Good Bad Ugly is a film that promises more than it delivers. While it has its moments, the narrative is predictable, and the characters lack emotional depth. The film's focus on style and hero elevations comes at the expense of the story and characters, making it a passable film at best. With some tighter editing and a more nuanced approach to storytelling, Good Bad Ugly could have been a more impactful film. As it stands, it's a forgettable experience that fails to leave a lasting impression. Considering all these elements, CineJosh goes with a 2.25 rating for Good Bad Ugly.