Premium5 Years of Ratsasan: Five reasons to watch the Vishnu Vishal thriller
The film, directed by Ram Kumar, also stars Amala Paul and Saravanan in dual roles
Last Updated: 02.40 AM, Oct 13, 2023
It's been five years since Vishnu Vishal's Ratsasan hit screens. The film, which dropped in theatres in 2018, stars Vishnu Vishal, Amala Paul and Saravanan. Ratsasan received critical acclaim and became a landmark in Vishnu Vishal's career. Here are five reasons to watch the film.
Gripping Plot
The biggest highlight of the film is its gripping plot and storytelling. The plot revolves around an SI and aspiring filmmaker, who wants to make a film on psychopaths. He inadvertently gets involved in a series of murders and the subsequent investigation. The screenplay is meticulously structured, and the plot is filled with twists and turns that keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
Power-packed performances
Vishnu Vishal effectively conveys the emotions and struggles of his character, making it easier for the audience to connect with him. Saravanan, who plays the prime antagonist in the film, plays a dual role and his very presence in the film as Christopher Fernandez and Annabella George, is bone-chilling. Amala Paul, too, delivers a noteworthy performance.
Nail-biting suspense
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the film has set a benchmark of sorts for all the future thrillers in Tamil cinema. Ratsasan effectively builds suspense and provides ample thrills. The eerie music by composer Ghibran, dramatic lighting, and the scenes only add to the tension. What's interesting is the way the identity of the anatgonist is kept under wraps until the fag end.
Chilling music
Composer Ghibran delivers a haunting score that significantly contributes to the film's atmosphere. Ratsasan primarily focuses on its background score and the emphasis is more on the narrative. The theme music and the BGM is dark, eerie, and well-suited to the psychological thriller genre.
Critical Acclaim
Ratsasan received widespread critical acclaim for its exceptional storytelling, direction and performances. The film has been considered a must-watch for fans of the genre.