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Karuththamma(1994)

8.1/10
Tamil153 mins

Karuththamma (1994) is a 153-minute Tamil film directed by Bharathiraja. Starring Raja, Rajashri and Maheswari. With an audience rating of 8.1/10, Karuththamma stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1994.

Director:Bharathiraja
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
3 November 1994
Director
Bharathiraja
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 33m
GudVibe Rating
8.1/10

Storyline

A man resents having a third daughter, believing she brings him bad luck. After an accident leaves him paralyzed, he comes to rely on her care and support. Through her devotion, he finally realizes her true worth and the depth of her love.

A daughter's love heals a father's regret.

Film Details

8.1Rating
153Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date3 November 1994
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsKaruthamma

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
familyidentitylovesurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Karuththamma' is a traditional Tamil name meaning 'dark girl', often given to daughters believed to bring good fortune.
  • This was one of the earliest Tamil films to prominently address the issue of female infanticide and gender discrimination in rural society.
  • Director Bharathiraja cast newcomer Rohini in the lead role, and her performance received critical acclaim, launching her career.
  • The movie was shot extensively in real village locations in Tamil Nadu to capture authentic rural life and settings.
  • Composer Ilaiyaraaja's background score for the film is noted for its use of folk instruments to enhance the emotional scenes.
  • The film was a moderate commercial success but gained a lasting reputation as a socially relevant drama over the years.
  • A key scene where the father realizes his daughter's value after his paralysis was reportedly filmed in a single long take to maintain emotional intensity.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Karuththamma

Director-Director of Photography17 films
Actor-Original Music Composer13 films
Actor-Director of Photography9 films
Actor-Director of Photography5 films
Original Music Composer-Actor5 films
Director-Original Music Composer4 films
Story-Director of Photography3 films
Thavasi-Director of Photography3 films
Periyakanni-Original Music Composer2 films

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