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Thaimel Aanai(1988)

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Tamil133 mins

Thaimel Aanai (1988) is a 133-minute Tamil film directed by L. Raja. Starring C L Anandan, Madhuri and Vani Viswanath.

Director:L. Raja
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 January 1988
Director
L. Raja
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 13m
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Storyline

A young man named Raja wants revenge for the deaths of his mother and sister. However, his close friend, who is a police officer, tries to stop him from taking the law into his own hands.

A friend stands between him and revenge.

Film Details

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133Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date1 January 1988
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengejusticefamilyfriendship
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • This was the first film directed by L. Raja, who was previously known as an assistant director.
  • The movie's title 'Thaimel Aanai' translates to 'Mother's Command', which is central to the hero's motivation.
  • Actor Ramki, who played the police officer, was early in his career and often cast in righteous roles.
  • The film was released during a peak period for revenge dramas in Tamil cinema.
  • A notable action sequence was filmed at the Madras Central Railway station, a common location for 80s films.
  • The soundtrack by composer Shankar–Ganesh featured a hit song penned by lyricist Vaali.
  • It is an example of the 'cop vs. vigilante' conflict theme popular in 1980s action movies.

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