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In a small Indian village, Lila is learning to dance from her mother, Devadasi, a Bharatanatyam dancer. She falls in love with low class Shyam, who dreams of becoming a sculptor. Shyam asks Lila to model for him as he sculpts a goddess, and the two become very close. However, their relationship is discovered by the village chief Subha, and Lila decides to sacrifice her happiness for her mother and Shyam.
A Buddhist monk on a spiritual quest. A Student trying to test his limits. An organ dealer growing his business. A surgeon who heals by day and rapes women at night.
Set in a deep forest, a young tribesman is left behind of a hunting party as he is considered a novice. Unexpectedly he crosses paths with a mysterious goblin and has to find the courage to prove his worthiness to his elders.
State in Silence delves into the pervasive culture of impunity in Sri Lanka, examining its historical roots and social implications that have contributed to the systemic failures on the island. Through the perspectives of victims’ families, activists and legal experts, the film highlights the enduring cycles of injustice shaping Sri Lanka’s past, present and future.
