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Athithi(2014)

5.5/10
Tamil135 mins

Athithi (2014) is a 135-minute Tamil film directed by Bharathan. Starring Nandha, Ananya and Nikesh Ram. With an audience rating of 5.5/10, Athithi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2014.

Director:Bharathan
Mood:
suspensefuldarkemotional
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
27 June 2014
Director
Bharathan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 15m
GudVibe Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A happy couple's life shatters when a stranger shows up. He gives them bizarre orders and says they must obey to get their kidnapped daughter back alive. They are forced to complete his strange tasks.

A stranger's demands. Their daughter's life. One terrifying day.

Film Details

5.5Rating
135Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date27 June 2014
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefuldarkemotional
Themes
survivalfamilycorruptionjustice
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 15 days, a very tight schedule for a feature-length movie.
  • Director Bharathan also worked as a cinematographer for several other Tamil films before this.
  • The movie's plot revolves around a single day, matching its quick filming schedule.
  • It was produced by the director's own banner, Bharathan Cinemas.
  • Actor Prasanna, who plays the lead, was known for romantic roles, making this thriller a shift.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release and later gained attention through television broadcasts.
  • Some viewers noted its suspenseful tone was inspired by earlier Tamil mystery thrillers from the 2000s.

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