Saani Kaayidham is essentially a revenge saga based on true events which occurred in the 1980s. The story might seem simple considering that it is at the end of the day a revenge saga, but its raw and brutal treatment is what makes the film stand out. The screenplay standing at a little over 2 hours moves swiftly at a brisk pace and is divided into chapters. The opening one take shot sets the ball rolling for things to come and it is enough to send a shiver down your spine. As they say, violence is as much imagined than shown which essentially means creating a mood and an image for the user rather than actually showing it on screen. And this was done wonderfully well with the setup that had a woman wailing away after being set ablaze.

The screenplay further unfolds to showcase the turn of events which would acts as a foundation for the revenge drama to follow. Very briefly, you are provided a glimpse of the caste divide along with the patriarchy which is prevalent in the village. The simmering tension being eventually escalated into a brutal act thereby perfectly setting up the drama to follow.

But you cannot be prepared for things to transpire in the second hour although you do get a glimpse in the opening act. The eventual killings are raw and brutal where the makers throw every technique possible to make you squirm in your seat. There is plenty of gore and blood along with moments of madness which form the crux of the second hour. So much so that you begin to enjoy the killings as the two protagonists go on a rampage. It is here that the film scores big time and makes a lasting impact. While the entire film manages to hold your attention, the moments of murders are the most enjoyable in a twisted way. The final act is one of the most brutal sequences that I have witnessed lately summing up the film perfectly. The screenplay is an out and out winner here.