40 Years of Mani Ratnam: Experimenting with the ... - Film …
WEBJan 6, 2023 · The debate arises when critics and cineastes like to place the mainstream ideating principles of Mani Ratnam’s works on par with the aesthetic approach of India’s celebrated realist filmmakers who have hitherto dominated the arena of international film festivals and awards.
Decoding The Costume and Jewellery Aesthetics of Ponniyin …
WEBApr 27, 2023 · Costume designer Eka Lakhani and jewellery designer Pratiksha Prashant explain how they brought alive the charm and personalities of the characters on screen using specific fabrics, colours, and stones.
25 BEST FILMS OF MANI RATNAM - IMDb
WEBA struggling actor and a writer-politician become friends as young men and rise to great heights in cinema and politics respectively. But when both become contenders for the top political post in the state, a rift develops between them. Director Mani Ratnam Stars Mohanlal Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Prakash Raj. 4.
Captivating Aesthetic Ideas Inspired by Mani Ratnam Films
WEBExplore the mesmerizing aesthetic of Mani Ratnam films and discover top ideas to incorporate his unique style into your own creative projects. Get inspired and create something truly captivating.
The Magic Of Frames In Mani Ratnam’s Films: Our Favourite Picks
WEBMar 23, 2023 · “Everything you like goes into your film- your taste, your aesthetic, your restraint. You bare yourself,” Mani Ratnam had once said in one of his interviews. Known to be one of the finest mainstream directors in Indian cinema, it’s hard to believe that this man who conjures magic on screen has no formal training in filmmaking.
20 Best Mani Ratnam Movies and Where to Watch Them
WEBDec 30, 2023 · Ratnam's films are a visual feast, showcasing his keen eye for cinematography and aesthetics. Collaborating with acclaimed cinematographers like Santosh Sivan, Ratnam's frames are often visually striking, capturing the essence of the story through evocative visuals.
Here’s how the women in Mani Ratnam’s films have evolved
WEBApr 24, 2023 · While Ratnam’s aesthetic never quite uses her as an object of desire, she does sway and swing a lot to impress Anandan; as was the norm of heroines in cinema for most of our history. What rankles, even more, are her choices.
Cinematographer Picks His Favourite Visually Stunning Mani Ratnam …
WEBJun 2, 2023 · With every film of his, Mani Ratnam has experimented with various styles and techniques of cinematography, ranging from realistic to stylized, from natural to artificial, and from static to dynamic. He has also used cinematography to enhance the narrative, character, and symbolism of his films.
The Many Mirrors Of Mani Ratnam: The Audience Views ... - Film …
WEBOct 27, 2020 · Mani Ratnam and the cinematographers he's worked with — PC Sreeram, Santosh Sivan, Rajiv Menon and Ravi Varman — use mirrors with great versatility and intention. To deconstruct these techniques is to recognise a legacy — that of Indian mainstream cinema, and its status as its own, unique, homegrown entity.
Mani ratnam’s filmography and its contributions to shaping the …
WEBJun 2, 2022 · A Mani Ratnam classic would always involved a glimpse into the intimate world of its protagonists set against the grand, pacing life of a city as its background. Local trains, bustling city junctions often are the recurring motifs that appeal to his aesthetic.