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One of K.Balachander's brilliant and timeless classics. This film boldly demonstrates the classic reflection of life while catering mostly to the ponderers of the unusualities in the conservative South Indian society.

Natually composed in black and white with minimal background music and songs, the film diligently captures the audience's attention for about 2 hours. As far as the film goes, the director aptly maintains the original emotions of the artists. There is remarkable attention to detail from all corners of film making that were a part of this movie. Probably, one of the best performances by Rajinikanth and Sarita.

The film shows how difficult it is to change, to break on through to the other side and how the society scrupulously works against the dreams of the "lesser mortals". A true must see.

KB's movies always explored human characters in complex and adverse situations. This movie was very bold and much ahead of its time which is probably why it did not succeed.

Saritha is an introduction in this film, no way!!! She performs like a seasoned actress with loads of experience.

Superstar Rajini has shown an altogether different dimension of his acting. Pity, directors did not explore this potential and made him a caricature, in his later movies, only making him an action hero. The climax scene where he starts to laugh and slowly turns to crying is too good.

Supporting actors have all given excellent support especially the actor who performed as Rajini's brother, was so natural.

Being an old movie, placards explaining the scene was hilarious to watch now.

Overall, a brilliant movie and must watch for the performances of Saritha and Rajinikanth.