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Goripalayam is a Tamil action thriller film released in 2010. The movie revolves around a group of four friends, who live in Goripalayam, a slum area in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The film begins with a gang war between two rival groups, which takes the life of a young boy. The incident deeply affects the protagonist of the story, Sumathi (Jagarthi Agarwal), who is a confident and brave woman, ready to take on anyone coming in the way of justice.

Sumathi, who is studying to become a police officer, becomes determined to end the gang wars and bring peace to the area. She forms a group with her friends Gajendran (Alex), Armugam (Harish), and Azhagu (Vikranth) and starts fighting against the gangsters.

The four friends try to unite the slums and work towards the betterment of their area. They aim to solve the issues within the slum by involving in small-scale social work as well. They try to bring awareness about health and hygiene by conducting various drives, building toilets for women, and educating the children in the slum. They have a noble motive to eradicate crime and provide a better future for their people.

However, their actions do not go unnoticed, and they soon become the target of the gangsters. Deva (Lakshmi Ramakrishnan), the leader of the other gang, becomes increasingly threatened by their operations and decides to take them down. An intense cat-and-mouse game ensues between the protagonist and the antagonist.

Goripalayam handles topics such as love, friendship, and betrayal with sincerity. The film showcases the true essence of human emotions and how they affect our actions.

The well-choreographed action sequences in the movie are intense, and the performances of the lead characters are impressive. Harish, who plays Armugam, a character who is short-tempered with a good heart, gives an outstanding performance. Alex as Gajendran, the brain of the gang who uses his intelligence to defeat the gangsters, also delivers a noteworthy performance.

The film's music was composed by Sundar C Babu, and the songs were penned by Yugabharathi, Na Muthukumar, and Rohini. The songs 'Eppadi Manasukkul Vandhai', 'Nenjil Pudhidhaai', and 'Onna Thaan' became instant hits. The background score of the movie was also impressive and added a significant depth to the storyline.

Overall, Goripalayam is a gripping tale of courage, determination, and friendship set in the backdrop of a slum area. The director has effectively portrayed the life and struggles of slum dwellers and also the complexities of gang wars. The movie is a commendable attempt at showcasing the dark side of society and the internal battle faced by people living in such circumstances. The climax of the film is hard-hitting, and it leaves a lasting impact on the audience. The movie is a must-watch for those who like action movies and also for those who appreciate well-written scripts with relatable characters.

Goripalayam is a 2010 drama with a runtime of 2 hours and 36 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.1.