Cast
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Prabhu
as 'Coimbatore' Gopalakrishnan / Velumani
Raasi
as Janaki
Crazy Mohan
as Bank Manager
Goundamani
as Tamizhmani / 'Pollachi' Ponnusamy
Kumarimuthu
as
Venniradai Moorthy
as Viswanathan
Prathap Pothan
as Vicky
Anuradha
as Visalam
Balu Anand
as Peter Pandian
Idichapuli Selvaraj
as Hotel Owner
Gowtham Sundararajan
as Thief
Vichu Vishwanath
as Thief
Meesai Murugesan
as
M. R. Krishnamurthy
as
Jayamani
as
Crew
Director
- Ravi Varma
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Thedinen Vandhadhu 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 Ravi Varma 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 1997, 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 Thedinen Vandhadhu took approximately 11 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 183 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 71 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 125 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1997, 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: October 30, 1997
- Runtime: 2h 30m