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Nool Veli(1979)

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Tamil142 mins

Nool Veli (1979) is a 142-minute Tamil film directed by K. Balachander. Starring Sarath Babu, Sujatha and Kamal Haasan.

Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
7 September 1979
Director
K. Balachander
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 22m
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Storyline

An architect lives happily with his wife. He later has an affair with their adopted daughter. The story follows what happens when his wife discovers the truth.

A happy home shattered by a forbidden love.

Film Details

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142Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date7 September 1979
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsGuppedu Manasu · గుప్పెడు మనసు

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
familylovecorruptionidentity
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Nool Veli' translates to 'Thread Fence', symbolising the fragile boundaries in relationships.
  • This was one of the few films where director K. Balachander also served as the story writer, screenplay writer, and dialogue writer.
  • Actress Sujatha, who played Vidya, was a frequent collaborator with Balachander and known for her strong portrayals of modern women.
  • The movie featured music by M.S. Viswanathan, a dominant composer in Tamil cinema during that era.
  • The plot explored the controversial theme of an extramarital affair within an adoption family, which was considered bold for its time.
  • The film was released the same year as Balachander's landmark drama 'Varumayin Niram Sivappu', showcasing his diverse output.
  • Actor S.V. Subbaiah, who played a supporting role, was a respected stage and character artist in Tamil and Telugu films.

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