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Nadodi Thendral(1992)

7.5/10
Tamil140 mins

Nadodi Thendral (1992) is a 140-minute Tamil film directed by Bharathiraja. Starring Napoleon, Ranjitha and Kavitha. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Nadodi Thendral stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1992.

Director:Bharathiraja
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
18 April 1992
Director
Bharathiraja
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 20m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

A goldsmith's son and a gypsy woman fall in love in British-ruled India. Their relationship faces a new challenge when a young English woman becomes interested in the man.

Love crosses cultures in a time of colonial rule.

Film Details

7.5Rating
140Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date18 April 1992
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
loveidentityfamilycorruption
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in the historic town of Chettinad, known for its unique mansions and tiles.
  • Director Bharathiraja originally planned to cast a newcomer as the English lady but chose an established actress.
  • The movie's title translates to 'Vagabond Breeze,' reflecting the lead characters' wandering lifestyles.
  • It was one of the few Tamil films from the early 1990s to depict a romantic triangle involving a British character.
  • The film's music by Ilaiyaraaja included folk-inspired songs that became popular in rural areas.
  • Some scenes were filmed at actual locations used in earlier Bharathiraja films to maintain visual continuity.
  • The movie faced censorship delays due to its portrayal of British colonial figures in a romantic context.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Nadodi Thendral

Frequently Asked Questions