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Thappu Thalangal(1978)

7.5/10
Tamil131 mins

Thappu Thalangal (1978) is a 131-minute Tamil film directed by K. Balachander. Starring Rajinikanth, Saritha and Kamal Haasan. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Thappu Thalangal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1978.

Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
30 October 1978
Director
K. Balachander
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 11m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

A local thug named Devu falls in love with a prostitute named Sarasu. After Devu commits a terrible crime, the two decide to turn their lives around and live morally.

A thug in love. A crime that changes everything.

Film Details

7.5Rating
131Minutes
TamilLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date30 October 1978
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known Asதப்புத்தாளங்கள் · Thappu Thaalangal · Thappida Thala · தப்பு தாளங்கள்

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
loveidentitycorruptionfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Thappu Thalangal' translates to 'Wrong Steps', reflecting the protagonists' moral struggles.
  • It was one of the early films where director K. Balachander explored the life of a sex worker with a sympathetic lens.
  • Actress Saritha, who played Sarasu, was praised for her bold performance in a complex role at a young age.
  • The movie featured music by M.S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Kannadasan, including the popular song 'Aayiram Thamarai'.

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