Tamil nationalism in Sri Lanka defies state repression

Post-war memorialisation events serve as resilient expressions of Tamil nationalism despite crackdowns by the Sri Lankan state, writes Mario Arulthas.

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https://www.himalmag.com/tamil-nationalism-sri-lanka-state-repression/

‘Viduthalai Part 1’ review: A blistering portrayal of power run amok

There are few better positions from which to observe the exercise of authority than the lowest rung. Tamil director Vetri Maraan’s terrific new film Vidhuthalai Part 1 (Liberation), set in 1987 but ricocheting through the present and even the future, provides a bottom-up view of power through the experiences of a low-ranking police driver.

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https://scroll.in/reel/1046613/viduthalai-part-1-review-a-blistering-portrayal-of-power-run-amok