Firearms and Fireworks (1998)
A story during the emerge of gang-based violence in the country.
Gini Awi Saha Gini Keli (Firearms and Fireworks) is a Sri Lankan epic crime film based on a popular fictitious novel written by Anura Horatious. The plot revolves around the ascension and downfall of Padmasiri, a gang leader in Sri Lanka. The film also provides a clear overview of the underworld thuggery and political corruption during the latter part of the 1980s in Sri Lanka.
Director: Udayakantha Warnasuriya
Genre: Crime, Action, Drama
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: January 16, 1998
Cast
- Jackson Anthony - Padmasiri
- Sriyantha Mendis - Mahawaththe Lokaya
- Palitha Silva - Willie
- Mahendra Perera - Sammy
- Srinath Maddumage - Rambo
- Rangana Premaratne - Young law-abiding inspector of Police
- Asoka Peiris - Oscar
- Raja Sumanapala - Guney
- Kumari Perera - Padme's Wife
- Wilson Gunaratne - Paththini Charles
Screenplay
Editing: Stanley De Alwis
Country: Sri Lanka
Language: සිංහල
Original Language: si
More Films by Director: Udayakantha Warnasuriya
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Firearms and Fireworks about?
- Gini Awi Saha Gini Keli (Firearms and Fireworks) is a Sri Lankan epic crime film based on a popular fictitious novel written by Anura Horatious. The plot revolves around the ascension and downfall of Padmasiri, a gang leader in Sri Lanka. The film also provides a clear overview of the underworld thuggery and political corruption during the latter part of the 1980s in Sri Lanka.
- Who directed Firearms and Fireworks?
- Firearms and Fireworks was directed by Udayakantha Warnasuriya.
- Who stars in Firearms and Fireworks?
- Firearms and Fireworks stars Jackson Anthony, Sriyantha Mendis, Palitha Silva, Mahendra Perera, Srinath Maddumage, Rangana Premaratne.
- How long is Firearms and Fireworks?
- Firearms and Fireworks has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Firearms and Fireworks?
- Firearms and Fireworks is a Crime, Action, Drama film.
- Where was Firearms and Fireworks produced?
- Firearms and Fireworks was produced in Sri Lanka.