Having heard more negative reviews about the movie, we went in for the movie with much negative expectations, since it was booked in advance. Chaaver is a brutal story revolving around the party thugs who were betrayed after a planned murder by their higher political cadet.
Had much expectations about Tinu Pappachen because of his earlier outings were a feast in theaters. He didn't disappoint in terms of the shots, camera works, excitement, background score but was clueless to deliver a complete package because of the wafer thin plot.
The beauty of the Kannur was nicely captured with amazing visuals and more of an innovative camerawork. The camera movement and placement needs an applause. Justin Varghese music and the performances of Kunchacko Boban, Arjun Ashokan, Manoj KU, Sajin Gopu and the extended cameo role of Antony Varghese were the savior of the movie. Tinu should have cut down the runtime of 128 minutes to 90 or 90+ movie which would have been made this wafer thin plot more crispier. The last gun combat was absolute nonsense with more slow motion shots which was actually a waste of time and tiring.
Positives
- Cast and their performances
- Camera
- Music
- Visuals
Negatives
- Script
- Lengthy
- Slow-motion (during the climax gunfight)
- Tiring
My verdict is 04 on 10 and is avoidable in theaters.
If it comes to OTT, try x1.5 times which may entertain you.