Sandalwood has officially opened its account in the post-COVID era. Theaters across the state have welcomed the release of ACT 1978, the first film to release directly after a forced break of the cinema halls.
A right start to a new era
It is said that a job well begun is half the job done. Sandalwood is lucky in this aspect, as ACT 1978 has paved the pathway for movies to release in this new world. The trailer of the film has already impressed the audience and going by the talents involved in the making of this cinema, we can be sure of a spectacle in the theaters.
Directed by Harivu and Naticharami fame Mansore, ACT 1978 boasts of a stellar star-cast. While Yagna Shetty plays the protagonist, the film also has Pramod Shetty, Shruthi, Achyuth Kumar, and others in prominent roles. The film is slated for a release on November 20th.
Housefull ?
If happiness was a picture it'd be this one to us.#ACT1978 pic.twitter.com/00e8rg4MoW— KRG Connects (@KRG_Connects) November 22, 2020
Sensational reviews from the Premier Show
A premier show of the movie was held on November 19th at Veeresh Cinemas in Bengaluru. Media professionals and personalities from Sandalwood took part in the show. A few from the lucky bunch have already spoken about the film.
A hostage drama, ACT 1978 has extracted comparisons with classics in this genre. It is said that the film managed to keep the viewer engaged with a tight screenplay, coupled with brilliant acting displays and sound performance from the technical departments.
INTERVAL at 60 minutes #ACT1978 has the potential of another Niskarsha. https://t.co/c0kxJ0k7iP
— ಎಸ್ ಶ್ಯಾಂ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ S Shyam Prasad (@ShyamSPrasad) November 19, 2020
Expected a hostage thriller but ended up with a hostage drama. Still likeable and recommendable.
3.5/5 ⭐
Detailed review on @CINIMIRROR at 12. https://t.co/K1oC5wY2f2— ಎಸ್ ಶ್ಯಾಂ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ S Shyam Prasad (@ShyamSPrasad) November 19, 2020
ನ್ಯಾಯಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಹೋರಾಟ ಮುಂದುವರಿಯುತ್ತದೆ. #ACT1978 Interval.
Decent, Engaging?
— cineloka.co.in (@cineloka) November 19, 2020
#ACT1978 is a Good Watch. Engaging enough. A Right Subject dealt emotionally with cinematic liberties.
Commendable Performances from the artists. @yajnashetty & @UrsPramodShetty were too good.
BGM & Cinematography is apt.
Easily Watchable.
3.5/5
— cineloka.co.in (@cineloka) November 19, 2020
Getting positive response from Premiere show ?#Act1978 grand release today, do watch at your nearest theatre. @mansore25 @Karthik1423 @Act1978Film @KRG_Studios @satyaphegde @UrsPramodShetty pic.twitter.com/bfllnuE3n3
— ಗೂಫಿ ಘೋಸ್ಟ್ (@GoofyGhosts) November 20, 2020
Audience have liked the film too
While the critics were impressed with the film, the viewers also shared the same opinion. Many were in awe of the story while the stellar star-cast also received praises. The makers were also appreciated for daring to release in theaters and also for bringing an important subject to the audience.
Act 1978 is brilliant storytelling. Please do watch it in the nearest theatres #ACT1978 @mansore25 @Veerendraa_ @KRG_Studios @Karthik1423 #DayanandTK pic.twitter.com/2ZsxrRaHRx
— Bharath Sudhama (@LittleSudhama) November 21, 2020
#ACT1978 evening shows are running 80% full. Good WoM helping the film, audiences warming up and marching towards the theatres. ???? @mansore25 @KRG_Connects @KRG_Studios
— Karthik Gowda (@Karthik1423) November 20, 2020
Watched the movie, an emotional ride with heart wrenching moments, thanks to the team for daring to release it and your efforts in bringing it on screen… @Karthik1423 @mansore25 @KRG_Connects https://t.co/zkFmRQziLY
— Sandeep Mahantesh (@MahantSandeep) November 20, 2020
Watched #ACT1978 very brilliantly made. @mansore25 very neat screenplay, and characterization is very real. Loved watching the movie on big screen was like. Real festival. @Veerendraa_
— Pavan Wadeyar (@PavanWadeyar) November 23, 2020
Watched #Act1978 . Excellent movie for theaters comeback. @mansore25 sir loved ur work and characterization are real.
Good initiative taken by @Karthik1423 sir and his team to release the movie during this pandemic. May success follows you@KRG_Studios @KRG_Connects pic.twitter.com/EfNtE81Es2— Suryahp123789 (@suryahp123789) November 23, 2020
#Act1978 ಅರ್ಥಪೂರ್ಣ ಚಿತ್ರ.ನಾವೆಲ್ಲರೂ ಒಂದಲ್ಲ ಒಂದು ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭ್ರಷ್ಟಾಚಾರದ ಕಹಿಯನ್ನು ನುಂಗಿರುತ್ತೇವೆ.ಆ ಕಹಿಯನ್ನು ಮತ್ತೆ ನೆನಪಿಸಿ,ಅದರ ವಿರುದ್ಧ ನಮ್ಮೊಳಗೆ ಕಿಚ್ಚು ಹಚ್ಚುವಷ್ಟು ಸಶಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ ಈ ಸಿನಿಮಾದ ಬರವಣಿಗೆ.ಕೆಲವೊಂದು ವಿಷಯಗಳನ್ನು ಬರೀ ಸಂಭಾಷಣೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ದಾಟಿಸದೇ ದೃಶ್ಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಟ್ಟಿಕೊಡಬೇಕಾಗಿತ್ತು.Worth Watching?
— ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ (@prasadhtweets) November 23, 2020
