Introduction:
Baba Black Sheep is a Tamil drama film that revolves around the lives of students and their experiences in school. Directed by Rajmohan Aarumugam, this debut film attempts to capture the essence of school life but falls short in delivering emotional depth. Despite this, Baba Black Sheep offers enjoyable moments that will resonate with nostalgic viewers.
Synopsis:
In Baba Black Sheep, two rival school gangs find themselves under the same management and are forced to coexist. This unexpected change brings about several transformations in their lives, leading to both challenges and personal growth.
Review:
Films centered on the lives of students often evoke a sense of nostalgia, reminding us of our own school days. Baba Black Sheep, with its earnest intentions, tries to recreate that feeling. However, the film struggles to fully immerse viewers in the characters' world during the emotional moments in the second half. The lighthearted elements overshadow the intended depth, hindering a complete connection with the characters.
Plot Overview:
The film begins with a humorous voice-over, highlighting the distinctive traits of 2K kids compared to those from the '80s and '90s. We are quickly introduced to two different school gangs—one from a boys' higher secondary school and the other from a co-ed school. These schools share the same management and are located adjacent to each other, separated only by a compound wall. As a result of a decision by the management, the two gangs are merged, causing chaos and conflicts. Ayaz leads one group, while NP and Nila (played by Ammu Abirami) lead the other. To address the escalating tensions, the management keeps them occupied with science exhibitions, elections, and cultural activities.
Progressing through the story, the students not only learn to coexist but also discover the value of life itself.
Evaluation:
Rajmohan's direction shines in the first half, reminiscent of the enjoyable episodes of the popular TV show Kanaa Kaanum Kaalangal. Vigneshkanth's witty one-liners and monologues about last-bench students bring laughter, while other lighthearted moments contribute to the film's enjoyable first half. However, the film takes a significant tonal shift in the second half, delving into sensitive topics such as student suicide tendencies and a real-life incident involving the controversial death of a girl student in a private school hostel. While the film's exploration of these themes is commendable, the characters struggling with suicidal tendencies lack proper development, preventing genuine empathy from the audience.
The performances of Ayaz, NP, and Ammu Abirami are decent, holding the viewer's attention. Notably, the staging of certain sequences in the pre-climax portion is intriguing, and the decision to portray a character with suicidal intentions as a joker is commendable. The film also includes entertaining moments, including the end credits, where the director playfully takes a jab at public reviews, leaving the audience with one final laugh.
Conclusion:
Baba Black Sheep is a film worth watching, particularly for 2K kids longing to revisit their school days. Although it falls short in delivering emotional depth, the movie offers fun and heartwarming moments that will resonate with nostalgic viewers.
Presenting the official trailer of ''Baba Black Sheep' starring Rj Vigneshkanth, Ammu Abhirami, Abdul Ayaz, Narendra Prasad. Directed by Rajmohan. A Santhosh Dhayanidhi Musical.
Movie Credits:
Written & Directed By
Rajmohan Arumugam
Dop : Sudarshan Srinivasan
Music : Santhosh Dhayanidhi
Designed By : Gopi Prasanna
Editor : Vijay Velukutty
Art director: Madhavan
Stunt: Vicky
Choreography : Azar
Costume Designer : ADORE Azhar
Promotional Concepts : KiranSa
Pro : Sathish - Siva ( AIM )
Produced By : Raahul, Romeo pictures
Label: Saregama India Limited, A RPSG Group Company
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