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Suvarilladha Chiththirangal(1979)

7.5/10
Tamil127 mins

Suvarilladha Chiththirangal (1979) is a 127-minute Tamil film directed by K. Bhagyaraj. Starring Sangili Murugan, Sumathi and K. Bhagyaraj. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Suvarilladha Chiththirangal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1979.

Director:K. Bhagyaraj
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
30 November 1979
Director
K. Bhagyaraj
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 7m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

A poor girl lives with her widowed mother and siblings. To support the family, the mother turns to prostitution. The story explores the daughter's judgment of her mother's actions and a neighbor's romantic interest in the girl.

A mother's sacrifice tests a daughter's love.

Film Details

7.5Rating
127Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date30 November 1979
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsSuvar Illadha Chiththirangal

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
familysurvivalcorruptionlove
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • This was the first film directed by K. Bhagyaraj, who also wrote the story and played a supporting role.
  • The film's title translates to 'Uncolored Pictures', metaphorically reflecting its stark portrayal of life.
  • Actress Radha made her cinematic debut as a child artist in this film, playing the younger version of the heroine.
  • The story was inspired by a real-life incident Bhagyaraj witnessed in his neighbourhood during his youth.
  • Despite its serious social theme, the film includes humorous scenes, a signature of Bhagyaraj's later directorial style.
  • The movie features a cameo appearance by veteran actor Sivakumar in a brief but impactful role.
  • It was produced under the banner of Sujatha Cine Arts, a company associated with frequent collaborator Sujatha.

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