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Malayalam CINEMA · 1979

The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan

ചെറിയാച്ചന്റെ ക്രൂരകൃത്യങ്ങൾ

1979-07-04107 min
Drama

Audience rating

5.0/10

Source: TMDB2 votes

THE STORY

Overview

Cheriyachan, a landlord, feels threatened by industrialisation and leftist activities. But when he witnesses police atrocities on poor peasants, a feeling of guilt engulfs him and he feels responsible for the guilt of his entire class. He is last seen up a coconut tree trying to keep away from the police. The film is about a peasant's movement against the feudal system.

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The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan (1979) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by John Abraham. The cast includes Adoor Bhasi, Poornima Bhagyaraj, Kaviyoor Ponnamma. Runtime: 107 minutes.

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What is the original language of The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.

What release date is listed for The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

Our source metadata lists 4 July 1979. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The listed director is John Abraham.

Who is in the cast of The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The available cast credits include Adoor Bhasi, Poornima Bhagyaraj, Kaviyoor Ponnamma. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The recorded runtime is 107 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The source lists these genres: Drama.

What is the original title of The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan?

The original title in our source data is ചെറിയാച്ചന്റെ ക്രൂരകൃത്യങ്ങൾ. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.

What is The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan about?

Cheriyachan, a landlord, feels threatened by industrialisation and leftist activities. But when he witnesses police atrocities on poor peasants, a feeling of guilt engulfs him and he feels responsible for the guilt of his entire class. He is last seen up a coconut tree trying to keep away from the police. The film is about a peasant's movement against the feudal system.