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Palum Pazhamum(1961)
Tamil mins
Palum Pazhamum (1961) is a Tamil film directed by A. Bhim singh. With an audience rating of 7.8/10, Palum Pazhamum stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1961.
Director:A. Bhim singh
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1961
- Director
- A. Bhim singh
- Language
- Tamil
- GudVibe Rating
- 7.8/10
Storyline
A doctor works hard to find a cure for cancer, with the help of his nurse. After he succeeds, she becomes sick with tuberculosis. He focuses entirely on her care, so she leaves to let him continue his important work.
“A cure for millions, but not the one he loves.”
Film Details
7.8Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1961
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
lovesurvivalfamilyjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
7.8/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Paalum Pazhamum' translates to 'Milk and Fruit', symbolising a balanced and nourishing life.
- This was one of the few films where Sivaji Ganesan played a doctor dedicated to medical research.
- Director A. Bhimsingh was known for family dramas, and this film was part of his successful collaboration with Sivaji Ganesan.
- The movie featured music by Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy, a popular composer duo of the 1960s.
- Actress Sowcar Janaki, who played a supporting role, was already an established star in Telugu and Kannada cinema.
- The plot involving a doctor's quest for a cancer cure was considered a novel subject for Tamil cinema at the time.
- Some scenes were shot in a railway station, highlighting the dramatic train departure of the female lead.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Palum Pazhamum
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