Uchi Veyil


Uchi Veyil is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Jayabharathi.

Plot

A former Indian independence fighter, Doraiswamy, lives with his impecunious married son and granddaughter Mallika. To make some money they take a lodger, a young executive, Shankar. Doraiswamy falls ill, but still sets out for the city with Mallika and Shankar to be honoured for his services to the Independence struggle. He then disappears.

Production

Uchi Veyil was directed by Jayabharathi, the screenplay was written by Ravindran Ramamurthy based on a story by Indira Parthasarathy, and produced by T. M. Sundaram under Jwala Film. Cinematography was handled by Ramesh Vyas, and editing by Balu Shankar. The film featured primarily non-star actors and avoided including songs, instead using street noises and ticking clock sounds. The score was composed by L. Vaidyanathan.

Release and reception

The film was screened at the International Film Festival of India at Calcutta, and the Toronto International Film Festival, both in 1990. It was positively received by critics, particularly David Overby and Suze of Variety.