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Kaalam Maari Pochu(1996)

3.4/10
Tamil155 mins

Kaalam Maari Pochu (1996) is a 155-minute Tamil film directed by V. Shekar. Starring Raj Sundar, Sangita and Pandiarajan. With an audience rating of 3.4/10, Kaalam Maari Pochu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1996.

Director:V. Shekar
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Apple TV, Prime Video
Theatrical Release
13 April 1996
Director
V. Shekar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 35m
GudVibe Rating
3.4/10

Storyline

A father arranges marriages for his four daughters to men he considers average. Later, his son causes conflict within the family. This makes the father finally recognize the value of his daughters.

When daughters leave, a father learns their worth.

Film Details

3.4Rating
155Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date13 April 1996
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleகாலம் மாறிப்போச்சு

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
familyidentitycorruptionjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title is a Tamil proverb meaning 'Time has changed,' reflecting the father's shifting perspective.
  • Director V. Sekhar is known for comedy films, making this family drama a rare departure from his usual style.
  • Actress Roja, who plays a key role, was a popular heroine in the 1990s but often starred in more glamorous roles than this dramatic part.
  • The movie released during a period when Tamil cinema frequently explored themes of family conflict and gender roles.
  • It features music by composer Sirpy, who was less famous than top music directors of that era like A.R. Rahman.
  • The story highlights the value of daughters in a patriarchal society, a theme that resonated with many audiences at the time.
  • Some scenes were shot in typical middle-class Chennai settings to make the family's struggles feel realistic and relatable.

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