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Poottadha Poottukal(1980)
Tamil mins
Poottadha Poottukal (1980) is a Tamil film directed by J. Mahendran.
Director:J. Mahendran
Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1980
- Director
- J. Mahendran
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A married couple struggles with infertility, which strains their relationship. The wife then becomes drawn to a younger man who shows her affection. The story explores the consequences of this new connection.
“A childless marriage. A tempting new love.”
Film Details
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Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1980
Also Known AsPoottadha pootukkal · Pootadha pootukkal
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
lovefamilyidentitycorruption
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencearthouse
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Trivia
- The film's title translates to 'Unblossomed Buds', symbolising the couple's unfulfilled desire for a child.
- Director J. Mahendran was known for realistic films, and this was one of his few movies focusing on marital issues.
- Actress Sujatha, who played the wife, was a popular star in Tamil cinema during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- The film's music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, who was rising to fame in Tamil cinema at the time.
- It was released during a period when Tamil films often explored social themes rather than just action or romance.
- The movie did not achieve major commercial success but is remembered for its sensitive treatment of a delicate subject.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Poottadha Poottukal
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