1940 Lo Oka Gramam (2010) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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1940 Lo Oka Gramam (2010) Review
A review of 1940 Lo Oka Gramam (2010) (Telugu drama), directed by Narasimha Nandi. Starring Baladitya, Sri, Rallapalli Narasimha. Dheekshitulu is a 65-70 year old brahmin widower with no children. He sees the beautiful 16 year old Susheela & goes to her parents to ask her hand by offering kanyasulkam (brideprice which was prevalent in some areas of South India prior to the 1940s and is now banned all over) So our 70 year o... Our Rating: 2.75/5. Verdict: CLASSIC. Released: 16 Apr 2010. Runtime: 2h 12m.
1940 Lo Oka Gramam(2010)
Telugu · Drama
2h 12m · 16 Apr 2010
Writer: Anilkatz, Raghu Babu
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
📖 Story
Set in a rural village in 1940s India, the film explores the social and cultural dynamics of the time, focusing on caste discrimination and human relationships within the village community.
Baladitya: Strong and convincing portrayal of the protagonist
Sri: Effective and nuanced
Rallapalli Narasimha: Memorable supporting role
Narasimha Nandi: Solid character actor
Baladitya: Good presence in pivotal scenes
Sri: Supportive and impactful
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Authentic depiction of 1940s rural India
- ✓Strong social message on caste discrimination
- ✓Powerful performances by lead and supporting cast
- ✓Realistic and engaging screenplay
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Limited commercial appeal due to serious theme
🎬 Direction & Writing
Narasimha Nandi delivers a sensitive and realistic direction, focusing on social issues with a strong narrative and character depth.
📰 Critic Reviews
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
No collection data available yet.
🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
No centers data available.
| Award | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Film Award | Best Feature Film in Telugu | Recognized for its social relevance and cinematic quality |
😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics
The film received critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal and social relevance, though it had limited commercial success.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did 1940 Lo Oka Gramam release in theatres?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam released on 16 April 2010 (2010).
Is 1940 Lo Oka Gramam a hit or flop?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam is declared a CLASSIC at the box office.
Where to watch 1940 Lo Oka Gramam online? OTT release date?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.
Who directed 1940 Lo Oka Gramam?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam directed by Narasimha Nandi. Produced by N. C. Narasimham.
Who are the main cast members of 1940 Lo Oka Gramam?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam stars Baladitya, Sri, Rallapalli Narasimha.
What is the Tollybo rating for 1940 Lo Oka Gramam?▾
Tollybo rates 1940 Lo Oka Gramam 2.75/5. Verdict: CLASSIC.
What is the genre and runtime of 1940 Lo Oka Gramam?▾
1940 Lo Oka Gramam — Genre: Drama, Runtime: 132 minutes, Language: Telugu.