Cast
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Atharvaa Murali
as Shiva/ Shakthi
Megha Akash
as Gee Gee
Indhuja Ravichandran
as Maya
Sathish
as Gopal
RJ Balaji
as Shanmugam
Upen Patel
as Sooraj
Ravi Mariya
as Mailvaganam
Rajendran
as Film Producer
Ramkumar Ganesan
as Akash
Malavika Avinash
as Siva's Mother
Jeeva Ravi
as Siva's father
Suhasini Maniratnam
as Aishwarya
E. Ramadoss
as Sub-Inspector Rajan
Vinodhini Vaidyanathan
as Doctor
Sindhuri
as Shakthi's friend
Crew
Director
- R. Kannan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Boomerang distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director R. Kannan 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 2019, 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 Boomerang took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 130 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 153 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1983 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 57 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2019, 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 Boomerang shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Open Your Eyes, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Boomerang subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Scissors Massacre and Vanilla Sky explore similar territory, Boomerang 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: March 8, 2019
- Runtime: 2h 10m
