Tamil cinema is really ancient and sleek, like the sheen from polished silk. And it has its share of influential classics. Here are eight tried time Tamil films that everybody should see.
Director: R. Krishnan, S. Panju
Synopsis: Written by M. Karunanidhi and starring Sivaji Ganesan in his debut role. The movie is believed to be a full packed powerful social drama criticizing the worst negative sides of society and the struggle the common man faces at the hands of society. Risky speech and active action are its acknowledged merits.
Director: B. R. Panthulu
Synopsis: It is like a mirror to the society of that time; in this movie, it is of poverty and class divide. This film is famous for narration and character-centric movie.
Director: A. P. Nagarajan
Synopsis: A musical drama with the love story of a Bharatanatyam dancer with the Nadaswaram musician. Sivaji Ganesan and Padmini are excellent, and the movie also earned fame for its depiction of traditional arts and craft.
Director: A. C. Tirulokchandar
Synopsis: A light-hearted romantic comedy featuring M. G. Ramachandran and Saroja Devi. The film is well-known for its captivating narration, breathtaking visuals, and lovely music.
Director: Mani Ratnam
Synopsis: Tentatively based on the life of underworld don Varadarajan Mudaliar, one of the most iconic roles done by Kamal Haasan is seen in this crime drama. The movie enjoys accolades for the direction and screenplay, along with Kamal's unforgettable performance.
Director: J. Mahendran
Synopsis: The movie is a biopic of a winch operator and his love and bonding with sister. Another gud performance by Rajinikanth in a well-characterised drama film that focused more on emotions for the real aspect.
Director: Balu Mahendra
Synopsis: A tearful romance movie in which a man looks after an amnesiac woman. The climax scenes by Kamal Haasan and Sridevi are considered the best to have appeared in the Indian film industry.
Director: J. Mahendran
Synopsis: A critically acclaimed movie, a Pudhumaipithan short story on the life of a cruel village head. Masterly way of storytelling and direction, haunted and realistically portraying human nature.
All of these are genre combinations and through them, one can envision a sea of depth and variety of Tamil cinema. All of them turned out to be classics, not only for their times but for today also because they remain admired due to artistic and cultural values.
