Directing
Lester James Peries
Known for exceptional directing in global cinema.
Profession
Directing
Birthday
5 Apr 1919
Age
107 Years
Born In
Dehiwala, Sri Lanka
Total Projects
2
Years Active
9 Yrs
Avg Rating
7.0 ★
Overview
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.
