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Paradesi(2013)

8.3/10
Tamil126 mins

Paradesi (2013) is a 126-minute Tamil film directed by Bala. Starring Vedhika, Dhansika and Adharvaa. With an audience rating of 8.3/10, Paradesi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2013.

Director:Bala
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun Nxt
Theatrical Release
15 March 2013
Director
Bala
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 6m
GudVibe Rating
8.3/10

Storyline

In 1940s India, poor villagers are tricked into working on a tea plantation. They soon find themselves trapped as slaves, with no hope of ever escaping or gaining their freedom.

Lured by a promise, trapped in a plantation forever.

Film Details

8.3Rating
126Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date15 March 2013
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsVagabond

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
survivalcorruptioninjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability2

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Paradesi' means 'foreigner' in Tamil, reflecting the characters' displacement.
  • Director Bala insisted on using real mud and dirt on actors to show plantation workers' harsh conditions.
  • Actor Atharvaa lost over 10 kilograms to portray the malnourished look of a bonded laborer.
  • The film was shot in remote hill areas of Munnar to authentically recreate 1940s tea estates.
  • It won three National Film Awards, including Best Feature Film in Tamil for 2013.
  • The story is partly based on historical accounts of indentured laborers in British-era plantations.
  • Bala avoided using makeup for most actors to maintain a raw, realistic appearance throughout.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Paradesi

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