Cast
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Jayaram
as Sunny Kuruvilla / Dr Nandakumar / Chandrasenan
Meena
as Anupama
Divyaa Unni
as Viji
Sangeetha Krish
as Alphonsa
Oduvil Unnikrishnan
as Achutha Menon
Jagathy Sreekumar
as Lalan
Kottayam Nazeer
as Omana Kuttan
Kalabhavan Mani
as Chalakudi Manikantan
Janardhanan
as Anathamenon
KPAC Lalitha
as Bharathiyamma
Indrans
as Shankaranunni
Janardhanan
as Ananthan Menon
Augustine
as Vikraman
C I Paul
as Balan Menon
Khushboo
as
Crew
Director
- K K Haridas
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Magic Lamp 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 K K Haridas 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 2008, 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 Magic Lamp took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 127 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 169 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 39 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 7, 2008
- Runtime: 2h 7m
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