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Pattinathar(1962)

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Tamil120 mins

Pattinathar (1962) is a 120-minute Tamil film directed by K. Somu. Starring Leelavathi, Major Sundarrajan and S.D. Subbalakshmi.

Director:K. Somu
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1962
Director
K. Somu
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h
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Storyline

A merchant's quest for meaning beyond wealth.

Film Details

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120Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1962
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
identityfamilycorruptionjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film is based on the life of Pattinathar, a revered Tamil saint and poet from the 10th century.
  • It was one of the early Tamil films to be shot at the Vauhini Studios in Chennai.
  • The movie's music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan, a frequent collaborator with director K. Somu.
  • Actor Sivaji Ganesan was initially considered for the lead role before S. S. Rajendran was cast.
  • The script was adapted from literary works by Tamil writer Akilan, who later won the Sahitya Akademi Award.
  • A special dance sequence was choreographed by the noted dance master V. S. K. Sami to depict a historical festival.
  • The film's release coincided with a renewed public interest in historical and biographical stories in Tamil cinema.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Pattinathar

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