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Director
- Santosh Srinivas
Writer
- Santosh Srinivas
Producer
- Bellamkonda Ganesh
Reviews
alcorpuz1964
The story starts out well, with the hi-powered Rabhasa as the typical protagonist, who starts out helping others yet in the process creating more enemies. The twist of the story are several. His mother's chosen future daughter in law, his enemies, his enemies' friends and his family all had to undergo a series of obstacles. Although the story started out really interesting, the later part, due to amount of twists it had to turn becomes a mess of a story telling but able to redeem itself partly due to the ending and of course, the endless charm of Jr. NTR's performance in acting and dancing. 4/5 stars
Feb 14, 2023
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Comedy film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Rabhasa distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Santosh Srinivas 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, 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 Rabhasa took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 153 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 190 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 28, 2014
- Runtime: 2h 33m
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