Unaru(1984)
Social drama realistically traces the trials and travails in the life of sincere men from impoverished backgrounds, who find themselves unable to get employment due to the stranglehold of powerful trade unions in Kerala.
Movie: Unaru
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Ramu
Janardanan
Peter
Mary
Alikkoya
Balan
John
Goonda
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Social drama realistically traces the trials and travails in the life of sincere men from impoverished backgrounds, who find themselves unable to get employment due to the stranglehold of powerful trade unions in Kerala.
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1984-02-05
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