Aval Peyar Thamizharasi(2010)
Tamil145 mins
Aval Peyar Thamizharasi (2010) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by Meera Kathiravan. Starring Jai and Manochitra . With an audience rating of 4.6/10, Aval Peyar Thamizharasi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2010.
Director:Meera Kathiravan
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 5 March 2010
- Director
- Meera Kathiravan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- GudVibe Rating
- 4.6/10
Storyline
Thamizharasi, a puppeteer's granddaughter, falls in love with Jyothi, a wealthy landlord's grandson. Her life is shattered when he sexually assaults her.
“Love blossoms, then shatters in a single night.”
Film Details
4.6Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date5 March 2010
Also Known AsAval Peyar Tamilarasi · Aval Peyar Thamizharasi
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
revengelovecorruptionjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability2
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
4.6/10Rating
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Aval Peyar Tamilarasi' translates to 'Her Name is Tamilarasi', referencing the lead character's identity.
- Director Meera Kathiravan is also known for his earlier film 'Kattradhu Thamizh', which similarly dealt with intense social themes.
- The movie was shot extensively in rural Tamil Nadu to authentically depict the village setting and traditional puppeteer background.
- Actress Saranya Mohan, who played Tamilarasi, was praised for her sensitive portrayal of the challenging role.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by Vidyasagar, a well-known music director in Tamil cinema.
- It faced limited theatrical release and low box office numbers, partly due to its heavy and controversial subject matter.
- The story highlights the traditional art of puppetry, which is rarely featured as a central element in mainstream Tamil films.