Sunday, July 19, 2009

On location

Apart from the centuries-old temple there, Thirusoolam is famous for being the location of several 'climax scenes' from Tamizh films between the 60s and the 80s. It was kind of mandatory that, towards the end of the movie, the entire cast would drive up - or run up - the hill for the final confrontation between the hero and the villain.

In those days it would have been quite simple to complete the shooting, once the unit managed to make it to the location. It would have been quite deserted and the crew could go about their work with little disturbance.

These days it is slightly more complicated. Apart from the movie folks, Thirusoolam has become a destination of choice for shooting TV serials and ad films also. The right to rent out shooting spots in the area is auctioned out - and unless you've paid your dues, you have no chance of getting on location!


2 comments:

LVISS said...

THERE ARE QUITE A LOT OF HOUSES IN MY AREA WHICH ARE BUILT SPECICIFICALLY FOR SERIAL AND FILM SHOOTING.

Shantaram said...

@ lviss: At least the interiors would get fresh coats of paint every once in a while, wouldn't they?