Walampoori: Seven and Half Dreams

Periphrastic" delivers a fine cinematic experience with excellent acting from the artists. The story is strong and keeps the excitement alive till the end. While the movie maintains its grip on the audience throughout, the ending could have been crafted with more mystery and a deeper emotional bond. Mr. Lakmal Dharmarathne's direction shines, especially in the handling of the periphrastic scenes, bringing a polished and thoughtful touch to the movie's overall storytelling. ; Periphrastic: A Well-Acted Story That Needed a Stronger Ending, Despite this, Mr. Lakmal Dharmarathne's direction, especially of the complex, layered scenes, was outstanding and elevated the overall experience.

Walampoori is not merely a film; it is a mirror held up to the soul, daring us to confront the tangled threads of destiny and free will that weave through our lives. From the very first scene, it becomes clear that this is a story about more than characters, it is about the invisible forces that shape human experience.

Every frame is rich with symbolism, yet never feels forced. The storytelling walks the delicate line between the seen and the unseen, between action and consequence, between hope and inevitability. Watching Walampoori is like being invited into a grand philosophical riddle: are we authors of our fate, or are we, like the characters, bound by the unseen "walampoori" of existence itself?

The performances are raw and haunting, carrying the weight of questions that linger long after the credits roll. The cinematography, often simple, feels like an extension of the story's spirit, highlighting how everyday moments are imbued with profound meaning when viewed through the right lens.

If I hold back one star from a perfect 10, it is only because parts of the narrative flirt with becoming too obscure for casual audiences. Yet perhaps that is the point: Walampoori does not cater to fleeting entertainment; it demands reflection, patience, and courage to face uncomfortable truths.

This is a rare film, one that doesn't just tell a story but invites you to live it, question it, and perhaps, transform through it. In a world of noise and spectacle, Walampoori is a quiet, persistent whisper that reminds us: even in chaos, there is a deeper order.

A global standard thriller drama with several twists that leave the viewers with so many puzzles to solve post-viewing the movie. This is the most hyped and awaited movie in Sri Lankan cinema and Laka (the creator) has been able to live up to the expectations. The movie provokes a discussion on the country's socio-political circumstances and the struggle/rivalry of people from different socio-economic classes in chasing their dreams. The use of non-verbal metaphors and signals to communicate strong messages to the viewers throughout the movie is excellent. This is a product of an exemplery team work for an international audience.

Walampoori gives out an important message to the whole society about the balancing act of pursuing wealth and greed. It captures the essence of the common man's desire to be wealthy and live in the heaven (upper class), where, depending on the circumstances, they are ready to die for it or quickly give up their dreams and settle into reality. This never-ending struggle - fueled, sparked and manipulated by politicians throughout the history - is superbly captured by the Director and talented cast, who deliver their roles spectacularly. A must-watch!

PS: RIP Darshan Dharmaraj - You will be missed in Sri Lankan cinema.

"Walampoori: Seven and Half Dreams" is not just a movie, it's a dream came true for the sake of Sri Lankan Cinema. A pure classy Adventure - Thriller, a must watch movie. The plot is based around a few villagers who are thieves by law but they are covering themselves as performing group. They knew nothing at all that their fate written on a 'Valampuri'....

A perfectly balanced movie in my experience. Camera angles, BGMs and casting are on top notch. The plot is well built and perfectly linked all over the nodes. It must be mentioned that the movie direction was at the best level. For me, I must say that this the best performances in every sides from a Sri Lankan Movie in these recent years.

It's so rare to enjoy a classy adventure - thriller in all movie industries. Hats off for that effort for the Walampoori crew. Overall a superb well driven movie and there only a few points that I think that they could do better.

Not a single second is a waste in this this movie. That's why I said a perfectly balanced, well driven and perfectly linked movie. A must watch movie!!