Cast
View AllGajanand Bind
as Narubhau
Seema Biswas
as Shewantamai
Alok Chaturvedi
as Natthu
Devika Daftardar
as Alka
Subrat Dutta
as Eknath Tanpure
Benjamin Gilani
as Subhanrao
Jatin Goswami
as Madhukar Tanpure
Ravikiran Kandalkar
as Canteen boy
Somnath Limberkar
as Raju
Brahma Mishra
as Khandu
Bachan Pachera
as Balimama
Sudhir Pandey
as Dagdu Mahakal
Rohit Pathak
as Chandrabhan
Sashi
as Suresh Sathe
Ulhas Tayade
as Bheema
Crew
Director
- Dhiraj Meshram
Producer
- Priyanka Sood
- Pallippuram Sajith
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Twelve Months 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 Dhiraj Meshram 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 2016, 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 Twelve Months took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 123 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 152 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 47 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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
Details
- Release Date: June 17, 2016
- Runtime: 2h 3m