Adi Shankaracharya (film)

Adi Shankaracharya is a 1983 Indian film in Sanskrit language directed by G. V. Iyer. The film depicts the life and times of the Hindu philosopher, Adi Shankaracharya, who consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta (nondualism) in Hindu philosophy. This movie is prime example of experimental movie era of Kannada film industry. It was the first film in India to be made in Sanskrit. At the 31st National Film Awards, it won four awards, including Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Audiography.

After Adi Shankaracharya, Iyer directed Madhvacharya in 1986 and Ramanujacharya in 1989 featuring Shankaracharya's disciples.

Awards

 * 1983: National Film Award
 * Best Film: G V Iyer
 * Best Screenplay: G V Iyer
 * Best Cinematography (Colour): Madhu Ambatt
 * Best Audiography: S.P. Ramanathan