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Oru Oorla(2014)

6.3/10
Tamil mins

Oru Oorla (2014) is a Tamil film directed by Vasantha Kumar K S. Starring Annapoorani, Murali and Ventakesh. With an audience rating of 6.3/10, Oru Oorla stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2014.

Director:Vasantha Kumar K S
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
28 March 2014
Director
Vasantha Kumar K S
Language
Tamil
GudVibe Rating
6.3/10

Storyline

A scrap yard worker named Theri becomes an alcoholic after his mother dies and his family rejects him. His life changes completely when his sister-in-law has a baby girl, because he believes his mother has been reborn as his niece. He dedicates himself to protecting the child, but a violent fight between his brother and a sex worker leads to a tragedy.

A broken man finds new life in a little girl.

Film Details

6.3Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date28 March 2014
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
familyidentitysurvivalcorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability2

Reviews & Ratings

Your Rating
6.3/10Rating

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Cast & Crew

#1
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AnnapooraniActor
#2
Murali, Actor in Oru Oorla
MuraliActor
#3
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Neha PatilActor
#4
V
VentakeshActor
#5
Venkatesh, Actor in Oru Oorla
VenkateshActor
#6
V
Vasantha Kumar K SDirector
#7
K
K. S. VasanthakumarDirector
#8
P
P. VelusamyCrew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 15 days on a very low budget, using many first-time technicians.
  • Director Vasantha Kumar K S also worked as the film's editor and handled the camera for some scenes.
  • Actor M. S. Bhaskar, who plays a key role, is better known for his comedy but took on a serious dramatic part here.
  • The movie's title 'Oru Oorla' translates to 'In a Town', reflecting its focus on a small, specific community.
  • It was screened at the Chennai International Film Festival in 2014, gaining recognition in the festival circuit.
  • The story was inspired by real-life observations of scrap collectors and their familial struggles in Tamil Nadu.
  • Much of the film was shot using natural light and in real locations to maintain a raw, documentary-like feel.

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