‘Red Easter’ – A powerful cinematic voice from an internationally award-winning director

Red Easter, directed by U.A. Palliyaguru, stands today as a bold and compelling creative voice emerging from Sri Lanka to the global cinema stage. The film has already garnered significant international attention, establishing itself as a noteworthy presence in the competitive world of global filmmaking.

The film has earned multiple awards and recognitions at international film festivals, reflecting the director’s artistic strength and his ability to resonate with global audiences.

Awards & International Recognition:

🏆 Asian Talent International Film Festival 2025 – Award Winner
🏆 Bangkok Movie Awards 2025 – Award Winner
🎬 Athens International Film Festival 2026 – Finalist
🎬 Tianjin International Academic Film Festival 2025 – Semi-Finalist
🎬 SAFAL International Film & Short Film Festival 2025 – Semi-Finalist
🎬 Indian Independent Film Festival 2025 – Official Selection
🎬 Golden Bridge Istanbul Film Festival 2025 – Official Selection
🎬 Anatolia International Film Festival 2025 – Official Selection
🎬 Paradise Film Festival 2025 – Official Selection

Through these international recognitions, Red Easter continues to build a strong position within the global cinematic landscape.

With this creation, U.A. Palliyaguru demonstrates that Sri Lanka is capable of producing bold, complex, and artistically powerful cinema that can challenge and engage the world. His visual language, use of contemporary cinematic techniques, and fearless approach to sensitive subject matter position him as one of the leading directors of a new generation.

Red Easter is not merely a film—it is a powerful platform that expresses the director’s artistic vision and voice to the world. As it continues its journey through international film festivals, the film is expected to open new pathways for Sri Lankan cinema on the global stage.

Beyond being a director, U.A. Palliyaguru is a prolific filmmaker who has produced 15 films to date. His filmography includes:

Supersix (2012)
Panimakuluwō (2017)
Saama Kumaru Kathawa (2018)
Sægewena Kirilliyō (2019)
Aale Corona (2020)
Ruhire (2021)
Piyabanna Aayeth (2022)
Sixty Nine (2023)
Gigolo (2024)
Aniyam (2025)
Sama Risi Pemak (2025)
Truth or Dare (2026)

and many more cinematic works that reflect his continuous contribution to the industry.

Red Easter is set to be distributed worldwide in the near future, marking yet another milestone in the journey of Sri Lankan cinema reaching global audiences.