Vijay’s GOAT : Greatest Of All Time Movie Review | Thalapathy Vijay | Meenakshi Chowdary | Venkat Prabhu
Movie Title: The Greatest of All Time (The GOAT)
Release Date: September 5, 2024
Aajnew’s Rating : 2.75/5
Cast:
- Thalapathy Vijay as the lead star
- Meenakshi Chaudhary
- Sneha
- Laila
- Prashanth
- Prabhu Deva
- Ajmal Ameer
- Mohan
Crew:
- Director: Venkat Prabhu
- Producers: Kalpathi S. Aghoram, Kalpathi S. Ganesh, Kalpathi S. Suresh
- Music Director: Yuvan Shankar Raja
- Cinematographer: Siddhartha Nuni
- Editor: Venkat Raajen
Thalapathy Vijay’s highly anticipated film, “The Greatest of All Time” (The GOAT), hit theaters in Tamil and Telugu to widespread excitement. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, known for his energetic storytelling, the film creates a mix of action, drama, and star-studded performances. With Yuvan Shankar Raja’s captivating music, the film presents a gripping narrative, stunning visuals, and a compelling cast that includes seasoned actors like Sneha, Prabhu Deva, and Prashanth.
Aajnew’s Analysis:
In “The Greatest of All Time” (The GOAT), Thalapathy Vijay shines with his dual portrayal of Gandhi and Jeevan, showcasing his versatility. His villainous turn as Jeevan stands out, while his calm and dignified take on Gandhi adds depth to the film. The face-off scenes between both characters are a highlight, and the climax set during a live CSK cricket match keeps fans engaged. Supporting actors like Prabhudeva, Jayaram, Prashanth, and Sneha do a decent job, though their roles are limited. The action sequences are well choreographed, adding flair to the film’s overall presentation.
However, the film suffers from a predictable storyline and a slow first half, with noticeable pacing issues. Despite Venkat Prabhu’s attempt to create an unpredictable screenplay, the narrative feels familiar and stretched, with some plot holes in action sequences. Mohan’s villain lacks depth, and Meenakshi Chaudhary is underutilized. Technically, while the VFX team impresses with de-aging Vijay, other aspects, like the music by Yuvan Shankar Raja, fall short. Despite these setbacks, Vijay’s performance remains the film’s saving grace, though a tighter script could have significantly enhanced the overall experience.
Aajnew’s Verdict:
The Greatest of All Time (The GOAT) is a standard revenge action drama that relies heavily on Vijay’s compelling performance as the villainous Jeevan. Despite standout face-off scenes, the film’s slow pacing, lengthy runtime, and numerous plot holes dampen its impact. However the standout performance of Thalapathy Vijay we need to experience it in your nearest theatres. Book your tickets now.
