Darling, Darling, Darling
Darling, Darling, Darling

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Darling, Darling, Darling

1982
Movie
148 min
Tamil

Raja (Bhagyaraj) is the son of the watchman at an Ooty bungalow. The owner is a rich industrialist, whose daugther Radha (Poornima Jayaram) was best friends with Raja back when they were in school together. Years later, Radha returns to Ooty after having studied and lived abroad. Raja is still in love with her, but she remembers him as just as the watchman's son.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Michael PressmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A successful, happily married architect finds his life unraveling when he becomes infatuated with a younger woman. This infatuation leads to a series of awkward and increasingly complicated encounters as he tries to navigate his desires while maintaining his existing relationships. The film explores themes of midlife crisis, temptation, and the consequences of choices made under duress.

Critical Reception

Darling, Darling, Darling received mixed reviews upon its release. Critics were divided on its exploration of marital infidelity and midlife angst, with some finding it a poignant if somewhat predictable drama, while others felt it lacked depth and originality. Audience reception was similarly tepid, with the film failing to make a significant commercial impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to tackle mature themes but often falls into cliché.

  • Performances are adequate, but the script doesn't offer much substance.

  • A passable, if unmemorable, exploration of infidelity.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Darling, Darling, Darling are scarce and generally reflect a lack of strong positive or negative sentiment. Those who recall the film often describe it as an average drama that didn't leave a lasting impression, with some finding the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious drama, but studio interference and budget constraints led to significant script changes, resulting in the more comedic and melodramatic tone that ultimately defined the final product.

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