The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions)

Name: The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions)
Director: Tissa Abeysekera
Genre: Drama
Released: 1987-11-06
Duration: 2 h 47 min
Cast: Sanath Gunathilake, Sabeetha Perera, Joe Abeywickrama, Daya Alwis, Shriyani Amarasena

“Adapted from Martin Wickramasinghe's eponymous novel”

1987

2h 47m

Drama

Director: Tissa Abeysekera

Overview

This psychological drama attempts to dwell into the mind of Aravinda, whose Buddhist empathy and detachment are contrasted with his worldly friends and relatives. The English translation of the title, "The Way of the Lotus" implies Aravinda as Lotus-rising above dirt and mud to blossom.