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VOL. 11, ISSUE 6 (2025)
Emotion beyond dialogue: Non-verbal narratives in Tamil Cinema
Authors
Dr. M Kirubakaran
Abstract
Visual storytelling in cinema transcends
spoken language, allowing emotions, relationships, and narratives to unfold
through images, expressions, and gestures. In Tamil cinema, director Radha
Mohan stands out for his subtle and effective use of non-verbal techniques.
This study explores how three of his films Azhagiya Theeye, Mozhi, and Abhiyum
Naanum employ visual storytelling to convey emotional depth and narrative
progression, aligning with the theme “Silent Images, Loud Stories.” The
research adopts a qualitative textual analysis methodology, focusing on
selected scenes from each film to examine mise-en-scene, facial expressions,
body language, cinematography, and sound design. This approach is supported by
theoretical frameworks drawn from visual semiotics, non-verbal communication
theory, and cinematic realism.
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Pages:126-128
How to cite this article:
Dr. M Kirubakaran "Emotion beyond dialogue: Non-verbal narratives in Tamil Cinema". International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research, Vol 11, Issue 6, 2025, Pages 126-128
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