Nagamandala: A Film on Feminism and Social Reform
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What is the title of the 1997 Indian Kannada-language film directed by T.S.Nagabharana?

  • Inner Strength
  • Patriarchal Society
  • Nagamandala (correct)
  • Rani's Journey

    • What is the symbolic representation of Rani's husband in the film?

  • Her inner strength and power (correct)
  • Her societal expectations
  • Her individual identity
  • Her inner weakness

    • What is the primary theme of the film Nagamandala?

  • Rural India and Outdated Traditions
  • Patriarchal Society and Rural India
  • Social Reform
  • Feminism and Individual Identity (correct)

    • What is the outcome of Rani's journey in the film?

    <p>She challenges the societal norms and expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What award did the film Nagamandala win in 1997?

    <p>National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the film Nagamandala selected for in 1998?

    <p>India's official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 70th Academy Awards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview

    • Nagamandala is a 1997 Indian Kannada-language film directed by T. S. Nagabharana
    • Based on a Kannada novel of the same name by P. Lankesh
    • The film explores themes of feminism, social reform, and the struggle for individual identity

    Plot

    • The story revolves around a young woman named Rani, who is forced into a ritualistic marriage with a snake (Nagamandala) as a form of atonement for her past mistakes
    • Rani's husband, a snake, is a symbol of her inner strength and power
    • The film explores Rani's journey as she navigates her new reality and challenges the societal norms and expectations placed upon her

    Themes

    • Feminism: The film critiques the patriarchal society and highlights the struggles of women in rural India
    • Social Reform: The story touches on the need for social reform and challenging outdated traditions and customs
    • Individual Identity: Rani's journey is a metaphor for the struggle to assert one's individual identity and autonomy in the face of societal pressure

    Accolades

    • Won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada in 1997
    • Selected as India's official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 70th Academy Awards in 1998

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    Test your knowledge of the 1997 Indian Kannada-language film Nagamandala, based on a novel by P. Lankesh. The film explores themes of feminism, social reform, and individual identity. Learn about the plot, characters, and accolades of this award-winning film.

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