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Edhir Paradhathu

1954·Movie

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Deeply moving and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Family, history, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

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AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Ethirpaaraathathu narrates the story of star-crossed lovers Sundar (Sivaji Ganesan) and Sumathi (Padmini) in whose house Sundar, a college student, lodges. Both dream of a happy, married life, but that is not to be. Sundar is involved in an air crash and is believed to be dead. However, he survives the crash and loses his eyesight. Unwilling to face his father (Nagaiah), he tries to lead a life on his own. Destiny takes over their lives and the widowed father marries Sumathi and on the wedding night, the husband realises that his son and bride are sweethearts. Broken-hearted, he leaves home and wanders around visiting temples and holy places.
Tamil CinemaStar-Crossed LoversTragic RomanceFamily Drama1950s IndiaEmotional ConflictMelodramaticClassical Music

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Is Edhir Paradhathu worth watching?

54
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What language is Edhir Paradhathu in?

Tamil

It was made in Tamil. Produced in India.