He explored every aspect of Sinhala cinema over a period of half century and left us, leaving an indelible name in the hearts of Sri Lankans.
A large number of people attended the funeral to pay their last respects, including the President Maithreepala Sirisena, the Prime Minister Ranil Wickramasinghe, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, local and foreign artists and film producers.
Indian cinematographer Adool Gopalkrishnan who attended the funeral at the Independence Square to pay his last respects, did a speech admiring the career of late Lester James Peiris. The cortege which started from his home at Lester James Peiris Avenue, Thimbirigasyaya reached the Independence Square at 3 pm.
A special tribute for Lester James Peiris was also held near the National Film Corporation.
Religious observances were performed after his remains were kept on a special stage at the Independence Square.
- Photos by Ajith Senevirathna
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