Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Dharmasena Pathiraja

Role / Field:

Pioneering Sri Lankan film director, academic, and screenwriter.

Born:

1943-03-28

Died:

2018-01-28

Century / Era:

1943s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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