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Gaanam (1982)

Gaanam poster
Directed by
Sreekumaran Thampi
Genre
drama film
Country
India
Elsewhere
IMDb

How it feels

A dramatic story follows the lives of a group of people in Kerala. The film centers on personal struggles and relationships, with music playing a key role. It was recognized for its popular and artistic appeal.

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What happens

Gaanam (transl. Song) is a 1982 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written, directed and produced by Sreekumaran Thampi. The film stars Ambareesh and Lakshmi, with Jagathy Sreekumar, Adoor Bhasi, Nedumudi Venu and Hari in supporting roles. The film features original songs composed by V. Dakshinamoorthy. The film won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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