Draft:Peacock Lament

Peacock Lament (විහඟ ප්‍රේමය) is a Sri Lankan film, written and directed by Sanjeewa Pushpakumara. The film premiered at the 35th Tokyo International Film Festival in 2022 as a part of the international competition. Peacock Lament won the Best Artistic Contribution Award at the festival. The film is based on child trafficking in Sri Lanka.

The narrative revolves around Amila, a resilient individual hailing from a small village in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka. After the tragic loss of his parents, Amila relocates to Colombo, where he becomes a construction worker on a Chinese building site, shouldering the responsibility of caring for his four siblings. The story takes a poignant turn when Amila's sister, Inoka, is diagnosed with a congenital heart defect, necessitating an urgent and expensive surgery in India. As Amila endeavors to secure the required funds, he inadvertently crosses paths with Malini, plunging into the harrowing world of child trafficking,

Synopsis
Amila's journey unfolds against the backdrop of societal challenges, portraying the struggles of an individual caught in the complexities of life, love, and the pursuit of saving a loved one.

Key iInformation

 * Directed and Written by: Sanjeewa Pushpakumara
 * Produced by: Sanjeewa Pushpakumara, Amila Abeysundara, Andrea Magnani, Chiara Babo
 * Co-Produced by: Suranga Handapangoda, Yuganthi Yashoshara Wathuhena, Sangeetha Nilnadee Godagama
 * Starring: Sabeetha Perera, Akalanka Prabashwara, Dinara Punchihewa, Mahendra Perera, Lorenzo Acquaviva
 * Cinematography: Sisikirana Paranavithana
 * Edited by: Giuseppe Leonetti & Ajith Ramanayaka
 * Music: Cristian Carrara
 * Production Companies: Sapushpa Expressions (Sri Lanka), Pilgrim Production (Italy)
 * Sales: ANTIPODE

Peacock Lament sheds light on the critical issue of child trafficking in Sri Lanka, providing a poignant and thought-provoking cinematic experience. The film's international recognition and accolades underscore its significance in addressing societal challenges while showcasing the talent and dedication of its creators.

Release Date: October 29, 2020 (Tokyo)

Running time: 103 minutes

Countries:  Sri Lanka & Italy

Crew
Production Design: Manjula Ayagama Costume Designer :Ajantha Alahakoon

Make-up: Vidura Abeydeera

Sound (Recordists): Lal Dissanayake, Nand Nandini Jayakody

Sound editing: Eric Nardin

Color grading: Arte Video