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Ilaignan(2011)

5.8/10
Tamil126 mins

Ilaignan (2011) is a 126-minute Tamil film directed by Suresh Krishna. Starring Delhi Ganesh, Manivannan and Nassar. With an audience rating of 5.8/10, Ilaignan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
15 January 2011
Director
Suresh Krishna
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 6m
GudVibe Rating
5.8/10

Storyline

A man works at a shipyard where the owner traps the workers inside. He rallies his fellow workers to stand together and fight for their freedom.

Trapped workers fight for their freedom.

Film Details

5.8Rating
126Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date15 January 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsIlaignan

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
survivalcorruptionjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Ilaingan' means 'younger brother' in Tamil, reflecting the bond between the workers.
  • Director Suresh Krissna is best known for blockbusters like 'Baasha' but this film had a limited release.
  • It was shot partly in real shipyard locations to capture the gritty industrial atmosphere.
  • The movie faced censorship delays due to its strong themes of worker exploitation and rebellion.
  • Actor Aadhi, who plays the lead, performed many stunts himself without a body double.
  • The film's climax involved a large set built to resemble a shipyard under lockdown.
  • Despite its social message, it did not perform well commercially and is rarely televised.

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