Cast
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Naga
as Siddharth Soundarrajan
Prayaga Martin
as Bhavani
Radha Ravi
as Bhavani's Father
Samarth Kaimliya
as Mahesh
Kalyani Natarajan
as Janaki Soundarrajan
Harish Uthaman
as Angry husband
Kani Kusruti
as Angry husband's wife
Rajkumar Pitchumani
as Yugi
Ashvath
as Badri
Vinodhini Vaidyanathan
as Mahesh's mother
Nimmy Raphael
as Aavi Amala
Siddhanth Sawkar
as Plato
A. Dinesh Kumar
as Mahesh's father
Amudhan
as Sampath
Supergood Subramani
as Adaikalam
Crew
Director
- Mysskin
Producer
- Bala
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Drama/Thriller/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Pisaasu presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Mysskin 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 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 Pisaasu took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.3 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 114 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 150 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 290 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 37 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Pisaasu shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike A Nightmare on Elm Street, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Pisaasu offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Haunted and They Are All Dead explore similar territory, Pisaasu stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 19, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 54m
- Budget: $310,000
- Revenue: $1,200,000
