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Attukara Alamelu(1977)

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Attukara Alamelu (1977) is a Tamil film directed by R. Thyagarajan.

Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1977
Director
R. Thyagarajan
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A young woman named Alamelu lives happily in her village with her pet goat. Her peaceful life is ruined when a cruel landlord spreads lies, falsely claiming he had an affair with her.

A village girl's life is shattered by a vicious lie.

Film Details

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Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1977

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
corruptionjusticefamilyidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was produced by R. Thyagarajan's own company, Chithralaya, which was a major production house for many successful Tamil films.
  • The story is based on a popular Tamil stage play, which helped it connect with audiences familiar with the original.
  • Actress Lakshmi, who played Alamelu, was already a major star, but this role showcased her in a more rustic, village-based character.
  • The film's music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, a leading composer, but it did not produce any major hit songs.
  • The plot revolves around a pet goat, which was an unusual central element for a Tamil drama film at the time.
  • Director R. Thyagarajan was also a successful actor, but he did not appear in this film, focusing only on direction.
  • The movie was part of a trend in the 1970s that often featured stories about village life and social injustices.

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