Cast
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Kamal Haasan
as Kaanthan
Major Sundarrajan
as Thangadurai
Savitri
as Malliga
Unni Mary
as Deepa
Thengai Srinivasan
as "Coimbatore" Godhandam
Cho Ramaswamy
as "Thanjavur" Dhandapani
V. Gopalakrishnan
as
Sukumari
as "Madurai" Maragatham
Manorama
as Chellamma
Kathadi Ramamurthy
as
LIC Narasimhan
as Liquor seller
K.K. Soundar
as Police constable
Kumari Padmini
as Kanaka
Tambaram Lalitha
as
Crew
Director
- Muktha Srinivasan
Writer
- A. S. Pragasam
Producer
- M. Venugopal
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Andharangam 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 Muktha Srinivasan 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 1975, 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 Andharangam took approximately 17 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 cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 2360 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 1975, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 12, 1975
- Runtime: 2h 29m