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Adah Sharma’s C.D Criminal or Devil, directed by Krishna Annam has hit theaters today. Let's see how the film is.
Story:
Siddu (Vishwant) finds himself home alone while his grandparents are away in the village. Occasionally, a maid (Jabardast Rohini) visits his house. Siddu has a deep fear of ghosts. One night, he watches a horror movie titled "Devil" and becomes convinced that the ghost from the film is coming to kill him. Raksha, (Adah Sharma), is a psycho who keeps kidnapping girls and keeps causing panic in the community. While the police are on their toes, trying to get hold of her, she continues her kidnapping spree. This psycho, eventually targets Siddu and home arrests him. The story later unravels the mysteries which are connected to Siddu's fears, Raksha's motives, the real kidnapper of the girls, and how the police plan to solve the case.
Performances and Technical Aspects
Adah Sharma delivers a compelling performance as Raksha, bringing fear and excitement with her portrayal. Vishwant shows his versatility and makes his character worth appreciating with his performance. Character artist Rohini, who is known for Jabardast provides moments of comic relief. Bharani impresses in his role as a police officer. The rest of the cast, however, do not leave a lasting impression.
Music plays an important role in the film and immediately lifts your mood. The cinematography is commendable, capturing the eerie and tense atmosphere effectively. While the film's editing is tight, a bit more refinement could have improved the overall flow. By shooting in fewer locations, the movie offers a good return on investment for the producer.
Analysis
The director introduces a fresh concept, blending horror, suspense, comedy, and thrill elements. The entire movie unfolds in a single location, which might make it feel less dynamic to some viewers. The director manages to keep the content gripping and suspenseful. Some scenes might seem a little confusing, but their importance is shown by the end of the film. The interval is particularly intriguing and sets up the second half effectively.
Conversations between the lead actors add a romantic element to the story. Rohini's comedy continues to entertain the audiences well in majority of the scenes. The secret behind the disappearance of the girl is a surprise to the audiences.
Verdict: The film offers an intriguing mix of genres with strong performances from the lead actors. Its gripping narrative makes it worth watching. The twist makes it worth watching for all the fans of horror-thriller genres.
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