A documentary on the life and legacy of Lasantha Wickrematunge, the renowned media legend and human rights icon, was released yesterday. The film, directed by K. Sanjeewa, sheds light on Wickrematunge’s courageous journalism and tragic assassination in 2009 that shook the nation.
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The documentary on Lasantha Wickrematunge’s life and legacy features insightful interviews with Wickrematunge’s brother, Lal Wickrematunge, his ex wife, Raine Wickrematunge, and Frederica Jansz, who worked closely with him at The Sunday Leader. The documentary explores their experiences and perspectives on Wickrematunge’s courageous work, as well as interviews with politicians who worked closely with Wickrematunge. Jansz’s own narration is a testament to the risks and challenges faced by journalists in Sri Lanka. Interviews with other journalists and politicians provide a well-rounded view of Wickrematunge’s tremendous influence on Sri Lankan media and politics.
And Then They Came for Me is available for streaming on SL Vlog.
chiv / July 21, 2025
Murderers are provided with govt mansion, perks . . . . fully paid retirement package.
Rajapaksas murdered tens of journalist, forced disappearance of thousands, organized political killings staged Easter violence, and now provided with life term immunity.
Only in SHAM, Sorry, Silly, Stupid Lanka.
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chiv / July 23, 2025
SC ruled 2022 emergency declaration by Ranil is unconstitutional violating fundamental rights.
Also Parliament appointed committee found Deshabandu guilty of all charges.
Now Ranil and those law breakers who voted and abstained in favor of appointing Deshabandu, should tell Nation, why they appointed a human rights violator and a criminal , as IGP.
Before SC found MS guilty of staging a constitutional coup.
Rajapaksas didn’t even bother with constitution while bankrupting country.
They all found ways postpone or not have elections.
No one violated constitution and fundamental rights, more than those elected rogues of
SHAM LANKA.
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