Cast
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Ravi Teja
as Chanti
Rakshita
as Suchitra
Prakash Raj
as Vipra Narayana
Ali Basha
as Motorcycle Thief
Kota Srinivasa Rao
as Venkata Swamy
Srinivasa Reddy
as Chanti's Friend
Sairam Shankar
as Sai
Giri Babu
as Police Officer
Jeeva
as Police Officer
Prudhviraj
as Police Officer
M. S. Narayana
as Lecturer
Narsing Yadav
as Yadav
Kaikala Satyanarayana
as DGP
Junior Relangi
as Police Officer
Crew
Director
- Puri Jagannadh
Writer
- Puri Jagannadh
Producer
- Puri Jagannadh
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Romance/Action/Comedy film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Idiot distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Puri Jagannadh 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 2002, 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 Idiot took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 134 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 166 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1364 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2002, when this film is released:
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- 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 22, 2002
- Runtime: 2h 14m
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