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Uruvam(1991)

4.5/10
Tamil91 mins

Uruvam (1991) is a 91-minute Tamil film directed by G. M. Kumar. Starring Mohan, Pallavi and Jayamala. With an audience rating of 4.5/10, Uruvam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1991.

Director:G. M. Kumar
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
Theatrical Release
15 March 1991
Director
G. M. Kumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 31m
GudVibe Rating
4.5/10

Storyline

A family moves into a seaside home and becomes haunted by a supernatural curse. They must face the terrifying consequences of this dark force in their new house.

A new home holds an ancient family curse.

Film Details

4.5Rating
91Minutes
TamilLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date15 March 1991
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleஉருவம்

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
familysurvivalrevengecorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in a real seaside bungalow in Mahabalipuram to create an authentic haunted house atmosphere.
  • Director G. M. Kumar also played the lead role, which was uncommon for horror films in Tamil cinema at the time.
  • The movie's special effects were handled by M. V. S. Reddy, known for his work in Telugu fantasy and horror films.
  • It was one of the early Tamil horror films to use a curse tied to a specific location, a theme later seen in many regional horror movies.
  • The film's climax involved complex underwater shooting, which was a technical challenge for the crew in 1991.
  • Actress Sukanya, who played a key role, was primarily known for dance performances before this horror film.
  • The soundtrack by composer Shankar-Ganesh included a rare horror-themed lullaby that became popular in radio shows.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Uruvam

Frequently Asked Questions