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Mr. Local (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Mr. Local is a 2019 action comedy directed by M. Rajesh, starring Sivakarthikeyan as Manohar, Robo Shankar and Harish Siva. It runs 2 hours 37 minutes and earned $209,411 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 8/100.

worldwide gross
$209.4K
Echo Score
8
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Mr. Local (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 37m (157 min)
Director
M. Rajesh
Genres
Comedy , Action , Romance
Original language
Tamil
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Mr. Local About?

The premise of Mr. Local without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A happy-go-lucky guy lands in trouble after he locks horns with an egoistic lady.

Mr. Local Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
  • land
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Cast & crew

Mr. Local Cast & Characters

Sivakarthikeyan leads the cast as Manohar, with Robo Shankar as Kuthala Sithambaram and Harish Siva. Directed by M. Rajesh; 14 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from M. Rajesh

More films directed by M. Rajesh: Vanakkamda Mappilei, Kadavul Irukaan Kumaru, All in All Azhagu Raja and Oru Kal Oru Kannadi.

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Ratings

Mr. Local Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 8/100, strongest in sensory experience (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (5).

8 /100

Mr. Local Echo Score Breakdown

The film is broadly regarded as a disappointing commercial effort, marred by an uninspired visual approach and erratic pacing. Reviewers repeatedly cite a lack of original direction, with the cinematography and editing offering little to elevate the material. The overall execution fails to coalesce into an engaging experience, leaving audiences feeling the production offers minimal artistic merit. Consequently, the movie registers a very low overall rating.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 15

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits weak direction and a visually unremarkable style. Critics note the cinematography lacks distinction and the editing feels disjointed, contributing to a shaky narrative flow. Production design receives little praise, offering no memorable set pieces or aesthetic coherence. Overall, the technical execution falls short of industry standards, resulting in a low art score.

  • Character & Emotion 10

    When evaluating character and emotion, reviewers consistently criticize the performances, describing them as uninspired and lacking depth. The lead actor’s portrayal is labeled irritating, while supporting cast members are deemed underutilized, offering little chemistry or nuance. Emotional resonance is absent, with no convincing character arcs emerging throughout the narrative. Consequently, the film earns a very low character score.

  • Story & Flow 5

    Regarding story and flow, critics repeatedly highlight the absence of a coherent plot, labeling the screenplay disorienting and derivative. The narrative is described as a copy of earlier films, offering no originality or engaging pacing. Key story beats are missing, resulting in a fragmented experience that fails to sustain audience interest. This pervasive lack of narrative strength justifies a very low story score.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    In terms of sensory experience, the soundtrack receives mixed remarks, with some noting it as adequate while others deem it painful. Sound design is largely criticized for failing to complement the visuals, and the overall visual style lacks cohesion, offering no striking aesthetic elements. The sensory components do not enhance the viewing experience, resulting in a low but slightly higher score than other aspects.

  • Rewatch Factor 5

    When assessing rewatch factor, the consensus indicates little desire to view the film again. Reviewers describe it as a waste of time and money, with no memorable moments that would encourage repeat viewings. The lack of engaging content or lasting appeal means the movie holds minimal replay value, justifying a very low rewatch score.

Plot

Mr. Local Plot Summary

What happens in Mr. Local from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Mano, Sivakarthikeyan, a Chennai-born, middle-class young man, sits in a Paris jail as he is granted bail with help from the Indian Embassy. Before stepping out into the world again, he recounts the sequence of events that landed him behind bars, setting the stage for a story where pride, impulse, and growing feelings collide in comic and surprising ways.

Full summary

The whole story of Mr. Local, scene by scene

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Box office

Mr. Local Box Office

Mr. Local grossed $209,411 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$209.4K

International
$209.4K
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Mr. Local?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is Manohar's job at the start of the film?

Details

Mr. Local Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Mr Local” and “Mr.லோக்கல்”.

Also known as
  • Mr Local
  • Mr.லோக்கல்
  • 本地人

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FAQ

Mr. Local FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Mr. Local, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Mr. Local?

Mr. Local runs 2 hours 37 minutes (157 minutes).

When was Mr. Local released?

Mr. Local was released on May 17, 2019.

Who directed Mr. Local?

Mr. Local was directed by M. Rajesh.

More films by M. Rajesh

Who is in the cast of Mr. Local?

Mr. Local stars Sivakarthikeyan as Manohar, Robo Shankar as Kuthala Sithambaram and Harish Siva, among 14 credited actors.

How much did Mr. Local make at the box office?

Mr. Local grossed $209,411 worldwide.

Does Mr. Local have a post-credit scene?

No. Mr. Local has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Mr. Local in?

The original language of Mr. Local is Tamil.

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