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Poraali(2011)

6.5/10
Tamil145 mins

Poraali (2011) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by Samuthirakani. Starring Soori, Allari Naresh and Swati Reddy. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Poraali stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Director:Samuthirakani
Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 December 2011
Director
Samuthirakani
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

Two friends move to Chennai for work and stay with a friend. One falls for a coworker, while the other constantly argues with a neighbor, a dancer, who later falls for him after seeing his good heart. Just as their lives improve, problems from their past return to cause trouble.

Dreams and danger collide in a city of new beginnings.

Film Details

6.5Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date1 December 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsSangarshana · Sangharshana

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
survivalfriendshiplovejustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's director Samuthirakani also played a supporting role as the character Pulikutty.
  • The movie was shot in just 18 days on a very tight budget.
  • It was inspired by a real-life incident involving the director's friend from his village.
  • The title 'Poraali' is a colloquial Tamil word for a person from a rural or village background.
  • Actress Saranya Ponvannan, who played a key role, was praised for her natural performance without heavy makeup.
  • The film's realistic portrayal of migrant workers in Chennai was noted by critics.
  • It had a limited theatrical release but gained appreciation through word-of-mouth and later television screenings.

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