Cast
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Harish Kalyan
as Karthik
Priya Bhavani Shankar
as Shruthi
Anbu Thasan
as
Venu Arvind
as
Abishek Kumar
as
Ashwin Kumar
as Arjun
Anish Kuruvilla
as
K. S. G. Venkatesh
as
Samyuktha Viola Viswanathan
as
Abdool Lee
as
Janaki Jayaraman
as
Baby Rani
as
Porkodi Senthil
as
Anbu Mozhi
as
Tharani Sureshkumar
as
Crew
Director
- Kaarthikk Sundar
Producer
- Satyanarayana Koneru
- Ramesh Varma
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Oh Manapenne! 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 Kaarthikk Sundar 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 2021, 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 Oh Manapenne! took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 140 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 172 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 22, 2021
- Runtime: 2h 20m
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