‘Court: State Vs A Nobody’ review: Case won
‘Court: State Vs A Nobody’ is the latest Telugu courtroom drama starring Priyadarshi in a compelling role. With an intriguing trailer and high expectations, the film finally hits the big screen. Does it deliver? Let’s find out.
Story
Set in 2013, the film follows Mettu Chandrashekar (Harsh Roshan), aka Chandu, a watchman’s son struggling to make ends meet. His life takes a drastic turn when he befriends Jabilli (Sridevi Apalla), a student from a well-off family. However, their interactions spark the wrath of Jabilli’s uncle, Mangapathi (Shivaji), a caste-obsessed man who falsely implicates Chandu under the POCSO Act. As the legal battle intensifies, Surya Teja (Priyadarshi), an assistant to senior advocate Mohan Rao (Sai Kumar), takes up Chandu’s case. Can he prove Chandu’s innocence against the formidable opposition?
Performances
Priyadarshi shines as the determined lawyer, Surya Teja. His dialogue delivery and expressive courtroom sequences make his role one of the film’s highlights. Shivaji, as the ruthless Mangapathi, delivers a chilling performance, embodying the film’s primary antagonist with sheer conviction. Harsh Roshan impresses in a layered role, while Sridevi Apalla adds charm as Jabilli. Harshavardhan, Sai Kumar, and Surabhi Prabhavati provide solid support, though some of their characters could have been better developed.
Technicalities
Director Ram Jagadeesh makes an impressive debut, handling the narrative effectively, particularly in the courtroom sequences. The screenplay is engaging, though the first half lags at times. Vijay Bulganin’s background score enhances the emotional depth, while Dinesh Purushotham’s cinematography is visually compelling. Editing by Karthika Srinivas R could have been tighter, especially in the first half.
Analysis
The film’s core strength lies in its gripping courtroom drama and social relevance. It sheds light on the POCSO Act and the impact of false accusations, making it a thought-provoking watch. However, minor historical inaccuracies, such as modern props in a 2013 setting, disrupt the authenticity. The first half’s slow pacing and a lack of intense verbal duels between Priyadarshi and Harshavardhan slightly dull the impact. Despite this, the powerful second half, backed by compelling performances, makes up for these shortcomings.
Court: State Vs A Nobody is an engaging legal drama with standout performances from Priyadarshi, Shivaji, and Harsh Roshan. Though the first half is slow, the courtroom sequences in the latter half make it worth a watch. If you enjoy intense legal dramas, this one is definitely worth your time.
