Cast
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Visu
as Viswanathan
Khushboo
as Uma
Rekha
as Kalyani
Delhi Ganesh
as Mahadeva Iyer
Charle
as Raman
Thiyagu
as Amarnath
T. P. Gajendran
as Muthu
Kullamani
as Kullan
P. R. Varalakshmi
as Saraswathi
Shanmugasundari
as Kullan's mother
Kovai Senthil
as
Pandiyan
as
Venniradai Moorthy
as Bhujanga Rao
Vivek
as
Crew
Director
- Visu
Producer
- N. Ramasamy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Vaa Magale Vaa 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 Visu 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 1994, 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 Vaa Magale Vaa took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 145 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 173 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 453 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1994, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 13, 1994
- Runtime: 2h 25m