Poomagal Oorvalam(1999)
Tamil158 mins
Poomagal Oorvalam (1999) is a 158-minute Tamil film directed by Rasu Madhuravan. Starring Prashanth and Rambha. With an audience rating of 3.1/10, Poomagal Oorvalam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1999.
Director:Rasu Madhuravan
Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 30 April 1999
- Director
- Rasu Madhuravan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 38m
- GudVibe Rating
- 3.1/10
Storyline
A young woman has two men interested in marrying her. Their plans get tangled up in a series of misunderstandings. The confusion creates problems for everyone involved as they try to sort things out.
“Two men. One choice. A love tangled in confusion.”
Film Details
3.1Rating
158Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date30 April 1999
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitlePoomagal Oorvalam
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityfriendship
Tonewhimsical
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
3.1/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- This was the only film directed by Rasu Mathuravan, who was primarily known as a cinematographer.
- The film's music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, but it is considered one of his lesser-known soundtracks from that period.
- Actor Livingston, known for comic roles, played a supporting character, which was a shift from his usual films at the time.
- The movie was released during a crowded season and had a very limited theatrical run.
- A subplot involves a traditional 'oorvalam' (procession), which is a cultural reference to certain Tamil wedding customs.
- The production company, Sri Rajalakshmi Films, was not a major player, which affected the film's promotional reach.
- Lead actress Roja's role was similar to other 'girl-next-door' characters she played in the late 90s.