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Seya
Seya (Sinhala: සේයා) is a 2018 Sri Lankan Sinhala horror film written and directed by Kalyana Chandrasekara and co-produced by A. Parister and Tharanga Athuraliya for Niro Films. It stars an all-female cast of 36 actresses, including, Udari Perera, Dilhani Ekanayake and Menik Wijewardena in lead role along with Deepani Silva, Vishaka Siriwardena and Gayathri Dias. Music composed by Sarath Wickrama. This is Sri Lanka's first all-female featuring movie. It is the 1299th Sri Lankan film in the Sinhala cinema.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Maya, is found in a disoriented state and taken to a rehabilitation center after a traumatic event. As she tries to piece together her fragmented memories, she uncovers a disturbing connection to a past she cannot recall. The narrative unfolds as Maya battles her own mind and the unsettling circumstances surrounding her condition, leading to a shocking revelation about her identity and the events that transpired.
Critical Reception
Seya received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its taut screenplay, Taapsee Pannu's compelling performance, and the film's atmospheric tension. While some found the pacing slightly uneven in parts, the overall consensus highlighted its effective blend of horror and mystery elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and Taapsee Pannu's strong performance.
Lauded for its intriguing mystery and unexpected twists.
Noted for effective use of psychological thriller elements.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's intriguing plot and the lead actress's performance, finding it to be a suspenseful and engaging thriller. Some viewers mentioned that certain plot points could have been clearer, but the overall sentiment was positive.
Fun Fact
The film's initial script was reportedly developed for a different lead actress before Taapsee Pannu was cast, who then influenced some character aspects.
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