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Handagama : Flying with One Wing A theme of a different nature not focused so far in the local film scene has been employed in the latest film by the internationally acclaimed director Asoka Handagama. The film named " Thani Thatuwen Igillenna ( Flying With One Wing), by this recipient of several international awards is now in its final stage of production. " It is quite different to others directed by me as it contains a different and rare theme as well as the structure, Asoka told Stage and Screen. The film is woven round an incident but centred on a lass who prefers to act as a male." Harbouring jealousy against rights and privileges enjoyed by males in contemporary society, she attempts to behave as a male but failed miserably." The film begins to unveils from the point where her dream marks the first collapse and then goes to present the tragedy encountered in her life. Asoka says, the story, actually is not an unusual one as similar cases were found in contemporary society. But it is something which had not been focused on the silver screen so far. " I see this character as a lonely rebel." he points out. A B.Sc Special Degree graduate (in Mathematics) from the Kelaniya University and M.Sc in Economics from the University of Warwick Handagama came into film making via theatre and television in 1985. A firm promoter of an alternative film culture, Handagama's last film - Me Mage Sandai ( This is My Moon) won several international awards and was also screened at a number of international film festivals in Tokyo, Bangkok, Austria, India, Belgium, Norway and France. The whole film was shot in the vicinity of Galle Fort within a short period of two weeks. The film now is in the process of being edited and dubbed. It stars W.Jayasiri, Anoma Jinadari, Mahendra Perera, Jagath Chamila and a host of other versatile actors. Music is by Rohana Weerasinghe From State Drama Festival . Fourteen dramas have been selected for the final round of the State Drama Festival to be held till March 18. The festival was due to commence yesterday at the John de Silva Memorial Theatre, Colombo. The dramas selected are; Api Gevanne Neha, Eliya, Oya Dora Arinna, Qwini, Gevanne Neththan Bambu Gahannada, Muhunata Muhuna, Muhudu Lihiniya, Ran Masura, Rekawala, Weradi Wetaheema, Weradi Welawe Hamu Woo Apooru Minisa, Veeraya Merila, Samwenna Weradeemak and Hetawath Kawadawath. The jury for the second round comprised Prof. Kusuma Karunaratne(Chairperson), Wijeratne Pathiraja, Sugath Watagedara, Gamini Weragama and E.M.D. Upali. Stars of 70s Stars of 70s, a musical show featuring hit songs of yesteryear that bring back nostalgic memories of the 70s will be held at the BMICH on March 16. At this show, " group songs of the 70's will be performed by the original artistes themselves. Amongst the groups and artistes listed are; Noel Ranasinghe ( La -Ceylonians), Annesly Malewana (Moonstones), Indrani and Irangani (Three Sisters), Anil Bharati, Dharmaratne Brothers, Errol and Maria Fernando(Los Cabbleros), Sunil and Piyal(Gypsies). The show will be presented in a different style, says the presenter Annesly Malewana. The guest artistes will be Sohan Weerasinghe and Mariazelle Gunatilake. Music backing for the show will be provided by Mahesh and his band " Simple". The event is organised by the Centenary Group of old Anandians and the proceeds will be utilised for the on going development projects at Ananda College, Colombo. |
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