Vaastu Marabu
Synopsis
Vaastu Marabu documents the theory and practice of the Vaastu tradition of Indian art, architecture, craft and design. One of the foremost shilpis (designer-builder-sculpter) of India, Shri. V. Ganapati Sthapati of Mammallapuram, meditates on his art and his occupation. The film shows the process of making stone idols at Mammallapuram, near Madras, of casting bronzes in Kumbakonam, and of building stone temples at Kamudhi, near Madurai and at Ratnagiri, near Vellore. It illustrates the continuity of the tradition and reveals a technology that is ancient, yet still relevant today. The film explores the process of translating inner experience into art, and invites us to experience the naked beauty of the form while understanding the metaphysical message. The art of the Vishwakarma has given form and expression to all denominations of metaphysical thought in India. The film also probes the underlying scientific and mathematical principles.
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- Director
- Bala Kailasam, Pālacantar, Kē
- Original Title
- Vaastu Marabu
- Release Date
- 01/01/2004
- Spoken Languages
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Vishwapriya Creations, Documentary Educational Resources
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bala Kailasam, Pālacantar, Kē
Department Leadership Roster
Bala Kailasam
Director
Pālacantar, Kē
Director
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What is Vaastu Marabu about?
Vaastu Marabu documents the theory and practice of the Vaastu tradition of Indian art, architecture, craft and design. One of the foremost shilpis (designer-builder-sculpter) of India, Shri. V. Ganapati Sthapati of Mammallapuram, meditates on his art and his occupation. The film shows the process of making stone idols at Mammallapuram, near Madras, of casting bronzes in Kumbakonam, and of building stone temples at Kamudhi, near Madurai and at Ratnagiri, near Vellore. It illustrates the continuity of the tradition and reveals a technology that is ancient, yet still relevant today. The film explores the process of translating inner experience into art, and invites us to experience the naked beauty of the form while understanding the metaphysical message. The art of the Vishwakarma has given form and expression to all denominations of metaphysical thought in India. The film also probes the underlying scientific and mathematical principles.
Who directed Vaastu Marabu?
Vaastu Marabu was directed by Bala Kailasam, Pālacantar, Kē.
Who stars in Vaastu Marabu?
The principal cast of Vaastu Marabu includes Nasser.
When was Vaastu Marabu released and how long is it?
Vaastu Marabu was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 52m.