Cast
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Karthi
as Kamalakannan
Pranitha Subhash
as Sreedevi
Santhanam
as Appadhurai Rajini
Prakash Raj
as Boopathi
Kota Srinivasa Rao
as Perumal
Nassar
as Nelly Saami
Radikaa Sarathkumar
as
Roja Selvamani
as Sreedevi's mother
Kiran Rathod
as Vasundhara Devi
V. S. Raghavan
as
Manobala
as
Chitra Lakshmanan
as
Meera Krishnan
as
Nellai Siva
as
Chandramohan
as
Crew
Director
- Shankar Dayal.N
Writer
- Shankar Dayal.N
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Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Saguni 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 Shankar Dayal.N 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 2012, 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 Saguni took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 150 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 198 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 353 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 68 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2012, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- 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 22, 2012
- Runtime: 2h 30m
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