Cast
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Prabhu
as Muthazhagu
Eva Grover
as Vaidehi
Sanghavi
as
Tej Sapru
as Raja Rajamanickam
Anandaraj
as Muthazhagu's boss
Srividya
as Rajalakshmi
Nizhalgal Ravi
as Muthazhagu's brother-in-law
M. N. Nambiar
as Vaidehi's grandfather
Mohan Raman
as Senthilnathan
Kazan Khan
as Johnny
Sivachandran
as Vijay Raghavan
Senthil
as
R.S. Shivaji
as
Thiyagu
as
Crew
Director
- P. Vasu
Writer
- P. Vasu
Producer
- A. G. Subramaniam
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Kattumarakaran examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director P. Vasu brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1995, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Kattumarakaran took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 150 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 195 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 30 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 224 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1995, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 15, 1995
- Runtime: 2h 30m
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