CinemaOSMovie · 2004 · 0h 52m

Vaastu Marabu

Documentary

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.

Directed byBala Kailasam, Pālacantar, Kē

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Runtime
0h 52m
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Released
January 1, 2004
Studios
Vishwapriya CreationsDocumentary Educational Resources

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Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring

Nasser

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Creative team
Directed by
Bala Kailasam
Pālacantar, Kē

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