Sirisena Wimalaweera

Sirisena Wimalaweera

Tangalle Sirisena Wimalaweera (c.1900–1963) was an early Sri Lankan director. He made some of the first Sinhala films after the industry was begun by B.A.W. Jayamanne's "Kadawunu Poronduwa".

He made his first film "Amma" in 1950 . His second feature "Seedevi" was produced the following year. His other films include "Siri Sangabho" (1952), "Pittisara Kella" (1953), "Sardiel" (1954), "Asoka" (1955) and "Podi Putha" (1956).

Wimalaweera's films attempted to stay true to Sinhala history and culture and are considered a step forward in Sinhala cinema. His style and techniques were similar to Jayamanne's work however and Wimalaweera didn't receive critical approval.

External links

* [http://www.srilankafilmcorp.com/about/ National Film Corporation of Sri Lanka - Official Website]


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