Lester James Peries

Directing

Biography

Sri Lankabhimanya Lester James Peries was a Sri Lankan film director, screenwriter, and film producer. Considered as the father of Sri Lankan cinema, Lester worked as a filmmaker from 1949 to 2006 and was involved in over 28 films, including shorts and documentaries.

Personal Info

• Known For Directing
• Gender Male
• Birthday April 5, 1919 (99 years old)
• Died April 29, 2018
• Place of Birth Dehiwala, Sri Lanka