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Kuruthipunal(1995)

5.2/10
Tamil133 mins

Kuruthipunal (1995) is a 133-minute Tamil film directed by P. C. Sreeram. Starring Arjun Sarja, Arjun and Gouthami. With an audience rating of 5.2/10, Kuruthipunal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1995.

Director:P. C. Sreeram
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
Theatrical Release
23 October 1995
Director
P. C. Sreeram
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 13m
GudVibe Rating
5.2/10

Storyline

A policeman sets out to capture a dangerous terrorist to protect the public. When the terrorist threatens his family, he faces a terrible choice between his duty and keeping his loved ones safe.

A cop's mission. A terrorist's threat. A family's fate.

Film Details

5.2Rating
133Minutes
TamilLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date23 October 1995
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleகுருதிப்புனல்
Also Known AsDrohi · Kurudippunal · River of Blood

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
justicefamilycorruptionrevenge
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability4

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film is a remake of the Hindi movie 'Drohkaal', which was also remade in Telugu as 'Vijaypath'.
  • It was the first Tamil film to be shot entirely in sync sound, meaning the actors' voices were recorded live on set.
  • The movie's title 'Kuruthipunal' translates to 'River of Blood', symbolizing the violence and sacrifices in the story.
  • Actor Arjun, who played the lead, performed many of his own stunts, including a risky chase sequence on a moving train.
  • The film's climax was shot in a real abandoned factory to create a more authentic and gritty atmosphere.
  • Despite critical acclaim, the movie had a moderate box office run but later gained a strong cult following on television.
  • Director P. C. Sreeram, known as a top cinematographer, made his directorial debut with this film.

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