Cast
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Jagapati Babu
as Chandu
Sudhakar
as Gopi
Ravali
as Nirmala Mary/ Priyadarshini
Amanchi Venkata Subrahmanyam
as Nadabrahmam
Y. Vijaya
as Nadabrahmam's wife
Kaikala Satyanarayana
as Sitaramaiah
Sowcar Janaki
as Sitaramaiah's wife
Nagesh
as Stephen
Sukumari
as Stephen's wife
Raasi
as Nandini
Anandaraj
as Moses
Devan
as Balaramaiah
Brahmanandam
as Writer Tukaram
Mallikarjuna Rao
as Gopi
Maharshi Raghava
as Robert
Crew
Director
- Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao
Writer
- Chintapalli Ramana
Producer
- N.V. Prasad
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Subhakankshalu 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 Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao 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 Subhakankshalu took approximately 32 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 179 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1452 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The musical score contains over 35 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1997, when this film was released:
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- 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: February 14, 1997
- Runtime: 2h 30m