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Q: Then you went back to studies.
Vishnu:
Yes, I just about managed to finish school and
joined the Institute for training in cinematography.
I then went to Mani sir again who was shooting
for Iruvar in Madurai. I told him and Santosh(Sivan)
sir that I wanted to work in films, but behind-the-scenes.
So, I started working as an associate under Santosh
sir. I have worked in Terrorist, Ashoka and many
other films and several ad films. It was a great
learning experience.
Q:
When and how did you get the inspiration to go
alone?
Vishnu:
Once I decided to launch out alone, I thought
that I would do a story in which I had one hundred
per cent faith. I was so attached to the script
of Arindum, that this would be my first venture.
Many dissuaded me from trying it. But, I share
the same wavelength with my father in real life
and hence could relate to the situations and emotions.
Q:
How was the experience of directing your first
film?
Vishnu:
It was just plain fun. There was no tension as
we had a young crew. We enjoyed every bit of the
experience and as I had worked under Santosh sir,
the discipline really made me adjust well.
Q:
What are your future projects?
Vishnu:
I am now doing Pattiyal.
Then, I have several offers, but I am weighing
the scripts before saying yes.
Q:
What is your advice to aspiring film-makers?
Vishnu:
I am myself a learner. But, one thing which I
would definitely say is do your own thing. Take
the advice of experienced professionals. Be a
good listener. But, act according to your gut
feeling. Only when you work with passion, can
your film be successful.
Q:
Your wife is also from movies.
Vishnu:
She is my childhood sweetheart. Both of us worked
under Santosh sir. She is a busy costume designer
for many films. She is very choosy about her projects,
as we have a young child now.
Q:
What would you like to tell the viewers of behindwoods?
Vishnu:
I thank behindwoods giving me an opportunity to
talk to the viewers. I want them to watch more
and more movies. I want them to give us the same
affection and appreciation that they have given
to our films so far.
Q:
What is your general view on filmmaking?
Vishnu:
I am an avid watcher. I do not know the count
of films I have watched. Every film creates an
impression and your style is a cumulative result
of these impressions. I imbibe a lot from my work
and personal experiences. Hence, the realism is
striking in my work. |
