Father of Independence

Father of Independence is a historical drama set in Sri Lanka. The story focuses on the rising tension and public anger surrounding British colonial rule, as citizens find new hope in the emergence of political activists.

The film features a cast of 20 credited performers, including Thumindu Dodantenna and Lakshman Mendis, who portray the lead character at different stages of his life. Other cast members include Nayana Hettiarachchi, Isuru Lokuhettiarachchi, Saranga Disasekara, and Sriyantha Mendis.

Released on October 13, 2018, the movie has a runtime of 125 minutes. Audience reception is divided across platforms, with a high rating of 8.2 on IMDb based on 46 votes, while it holds a lower score of 5.8 on TMDB from 11 votes.