Cast
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Ravi Teja
as
Kaveri
as
Rekha Vedavyas
as
Riyaz Khan
as S.I.
Tanikella Bharani
as Naidu
Brahmanandam
as Sastry
Sunil Varma
as Justice Chowdary
Varsha
as Madhava's sister
Venkateswara Rao Paruchuri
as Venkateswara Rao
Chandramohan
as Madhava's father
Dharmavarupu Subramanyam
as Bhadram, Naidu's assistant
Uttej
as Hanumanthu
Ali Basha
as Madhava's friend
M. S. Narayana
as Lawyer
Shakeela
as
Crew
Director
- Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dongodu examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao 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 2003, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Dongodu took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 140 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 180 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 37 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2003, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 7, 2003
- Runtime: 2h 20m
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