Cast
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Resham Tipnis
as Menka
Smita Jaykar
as Kamini Deshmukh
Laxmikant Berde
as Mahesh Deshmukh
Uday Tikekar
as Vilasrao Deshmukh
Raj Shekhar
as Villager
Usha Naik
as Gajrabai
Vijay Chavan
as Menka's Brother
Madhavi Gogate
as Paro
Indumati Kadam
as Villager
Sharad Ponkshe
as Arjun
Prasad Pandit
as Santaji Deshmukh
Crew
Director
- Ramesh Salgaonkar
Writer
- Pratap Gangawane
Producer
- Yunus Pathan
- Shehnaz Pathan
- Ramesh Salgaonkar
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Satvapariksha 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 Ramesh Salgaonkar 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 1998, 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 Satvapariksha took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 149 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 205 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 121 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1311 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1998, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- 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: July 21, 1998
- Runtime: 2h 29m