Cast
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Nassar
as Sivaraman
Radikaa Sarathkumar
as Lakshmi
Jaishankar
as Valluvardasan
Goundamani
as Anja Singam Maruthupandi
Senthil
as Rahim
Vadivelu
as Peter
Kovai Sarala
as Elisabeth
Monica
as Padma, Child actor
Vinu Chakravarthy
as MLA
Oru Viral Krishna Rao
as House owner
Y. Vijaya
as Marudhapaandi's wife
Suryakanth
as
Shanmugasundari
as
LIC Narasimhan
as Vigilante Officer
Crew
Director
- V. Sekhar
Writer
- V. Sekhar
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Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Varavu Ettana Selavu Pathana 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 V. Sekhar 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 1994, 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 Varavu Ettana Selavu Pathana took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 155 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 197 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 79 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1994, when this film was released:
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 14, 1994
- Runtime: 2h 35m
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