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Azhiyadha Kolangal(1979)

8.5/10
Tamil100 mins

Azhiyadha Kolangal (1979) is a 100-minute Tamil film directed by Balu Mahendra. Starring K. R. Indira Devi, Kamal Haasan and Shoba. With an audience rating of 8.5/10, Azhiyadha Kolangal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1979.

Director:Balu Mahendra
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1979
Director
Balu Mahendra
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 40m
GudVibe Rating
8.5/10

Storyline

A man in Madras gets a letter from an old friend. It makes him remember his teenage years growing up in a village with two close friends.

A letter unlocks memories of boyhood friendship.

Film Details

8.5Rating
100Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date31 December 1979
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsAzhiyadha Kolangal

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
friendshipidentityfamilylove
Tonepoetic
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor2
Rewatchability4

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Trivia

  • The film was based on writer Ashokamitran's short story 'Kann Sivanthaal Mann Sivakkum'.
  • It was the first Tamil film to be shot by Balu Mahendra, who was already an acclaimed cinematographer.
  • The movie was filmed in and around the village of Kumbakonam, giving it a very authentic rural feel.
  • Actress Shoba was only 15 years old during filming, playing a key adolescent role.
  • The film's realistic portrayal of teenage life was considered very bold for its time.
  • It marked one of the earliest scores by renowned music composer Ilaiyaraaja for a Balu Mahendra film.
  • Despite critical praise, the film had a very limited theatrical release and was not a commercial success.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Azhiyadha Kolangal

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