Ball Pen is a 2012 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Shashikanth. The film produced by Srinagar Kitty and Bhavana Belagere is a children's film which portrays the adventurous spirit, emotions in children and also focuses on child abuse.[1]
| Ball Pen | |
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| Directed by | Shashikanth |
| Written by | K.C. Manjunath Maasthi Upparahalli |
| Screenplay by | Shashikanth |
| Produced by | Bhavana Belagere Srinagar Kitty |
| Starring | Suchendra Prasad Master Skanda Master Shalom Raj Master Samarth Miss chetana |
| Cinematography | C.J. Rajkumar |
| Edited by | Shree (Crazy Minds) |
| Music by | Manikanth Kadri |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Cast
edit- Suchendra Prasad
- Master Skanda
- Master Shalom Raj
- Master Samarth
- Ila Veermalla
- Srinagar Kitty ... Cameo
Reception
editCritical response
editA critic from The Times of India scored the film at 3 out of 5 stars and says "Skanda, Shalamraj and Samarth have done an excellent job. Suchendra Prasad is gracious. Manikan Kadri has melodious tunes for you. CT Rajkumar shines with his cinematography".[2] A Sharadhaa from The New Indian Express wrote "Overall the film is a visual treat with good composition and camera movement. The Verdict: 'Ball Pen' is a film that should reach all age groups as it gives an insight into rural life".[3] A critic from News18 India wrote "Dwarki and director Shashikanth have written meaningful lyrics for the songs. 'Ball Pen' is a well made film. It can be watched both for children and parents. Such films should be encouraged".[4] B S Srivani from Deccan Herald wrote "The end may seem similar to other children’s films, but the sincerity of the children carries the day. ‘Ball Pen’ is not central to the story, or perhaps it was intended – to prod and nudge, if not shake, the powers-that-be".[5]
Soundtrack
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| Released | 1 April 2012 | |||
| Genre | Feature Film soundtrack | |||
| Language | Kannada | |||
| Label | Bhavana Audio | |||
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The music of the film was composed by Manikanth Kadri. The first song of the film, Saavira Kiranava Chelli sung by Aditya Rao, was released on YouTube received a good response.[6]
Tracklist
| # | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1 | "Saavira Kiranava Chelli" | Aditya Rao | 2:26 |
| 2 | "Idu Yaara Bhuvi" | Bhoomika | 3:35 |
| 3 | "Baleya Thotada Pakkada Kadali" | Samarth | 4:15 |
| 4 | "Tiliyo Manava" | Aditya Rao | 1:52 |
References
edit- ^ "A children's film for adults too". The Hindu. 3 April 2012.
- ^ "BALLPEN MOVIE REVIEW". The Times of India. 14 May 2016.
- ^ "'Ball Pen' (Kannada)". The New Indian Express. 27 October 2012.
- ^ "'Ball Pen' Review: Kannada film with a message". News18 India. 28 October 2012.
- ^ "Childhood exuberance meets hard reality". Deccan Herald. 27 October 2012.
- ^ "Audio of Ball Pen released". supergoodmovies.com. Archived from the original on 6 July 2012. Retrieved 20 November 2012.
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