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I first saw Ravana-Seetabilashaya when it premiered in 2018, and have often thought of it since then, not only because it revolutionises the well-known Indian epic, which it does, but…

Fans of one of England’s most famous novelists have been turning heads as they celebrated their literary hero with a walkabout in period dress. About 800 people are currently attending…

In the course of his study of myths and legends, Bruce Kapferer observes that those who attempt to rationalise myths are as much in error as those who believe in…

Heart To Heart Trust Fund’ theme song HADATA HADAK is sung by Deepika Priyadarshani with, lyrics by Buddhadasa Galappatty and soundtrack by by Mahinda Bandara. They voluntarily gifted and donated…

Paolo Bertolin is a film programmer, writer and producer. He has been part of the programming team of Venice Film Festival since 2008. In 2019, he also joined the selection…

During the recently concluded 76th Locarno Film Festival, I had the opportunity to watch the remarkable Greek film “Animal” directed by Sofia Exarchou. This thought-provoking film explores the complex interplay…

Eight Indian classical dance forms have their own and unique type of facial make-up. Among the seven Indian classical dance forms, the South Indian classical dance forms are strong and…

In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary auteur cinema, few filmmakers dare to explore the depths of human emotion and passion as fearlessly as Claudia Rorarius. With her second feature film,…

Title: Kingdom of Ruhuna: Home of the Ruhunu National Park Author: Suriya Jayalath Perera Publisher: America Sri Lankan Art Society In an era when the teardrop of the Indian ocean…

The recently launched book: Golden St Benedict’s & Shepherdians of Ceylon by Elmo Leonard is a simple, yet colourful historical document of the 60s and 70s and before of St…