Movies: Ruvin De Silva

In a small Indian village, Lila is learning to dance from her mother, Devadasi, a Bharatanatyam dancer. She falls in love with low class Shyam, who dreams of becoming a sculptor. Shyam asks Lila to model for him as he sculpts a goddess, and the two b...

A Buddhist monk on a spiritual quest. A Student trying to test his limits. An organ dealer growing his business. A surgeon who heals by day and rapes women at night....

State in Silence delves into the pervasive culture of impunity in Sri Lanka, examining its historical roots and social implications that have contributed to the systemic failures on the island. Through the perspectives of victims’ families, activists...