‘Signature Weekend’ with filmmaker Deepa Mehta at Cinnamon Bentota Beach
View(s):‘Signature Weekends’, a series of curated events and immersive experiences designed to celebrate art, culture, and heritage by ‘Cinnamon Bentota Beach – Signature Selection’, will come alive from April 25th to 27th, 2025 featuring acclaimed Indo-Canadian filmmaker Deepa Mehta.
Powered by HSBC Sri Lanka and Mastercard Sri Lanka and with Wijeya Newspapers as the official media partner, this initiative debuts with a special weekend screening of Deepa Mehta’ three most outstanding films. ‘The Signature Weekend’ will showcase three of Mehta’s films—‘Water’, ‘Midnight’s Children’ and ‘Funny Boy’—all of which were filmed partially or entirely in Sri Lanka and highlight the contributions of Sri Lankan talent.
Earning an Oscar nomination in the Best Foreign Language Film category for Water (2005), Deepa Mehta is renowned for her socially impactful and visually compelling films, including the ‘Elements Trilogy’ – Fire(1996), Earth(1998), Water(2005) and Salman Rushdie’s ‘Midnight Children’ (2012).
Her connection to Sri Lanka runs deep, with ‘Water’ filmed on the island, she later returned to direct ‘Funny Boy’ (2020), the original Canadian contender for the Oscar for Best International Film and winner of three Canadian Screen Awards, based on Shyam Selvadurai’s book of the same name.
The Signature Weekend will also include panel discussions, a master class on filmmaking and curated visits to film locations. Guests participating in the event will be invited to an exclusive meet and greet experience with the filmmaker herself, with custom menus inspired by the themes and locales of her work.
The launch of the Signature Weekends highlights the resort’s commitment to creating luxury bespoke experiences rooted in Sri Lanka’s artistic legacy. From the architectural brilliance of Geoffrey Bawa and the design works of celebrated artists such as Ena De Silva and Ismath Rahim, the resort is the perfect backdrop for cultural celebrations. ‘Signature Weekends’ extends this legacy, inviting guests to engage with the island’s rich cultural tapestry in a setting that blends history with contemporary luxury.
Signature Weekends are powered by HSBC Sri Lanka and Mastercard Sri Lanka, whose dedication to arts and culture helps shape these enriching experiences. This partnership provides exclusive access to curated cultural events, celebrating Sri Lanka’s influence on global cinema, literature, and the arts while enhancing value for HSBC Premier customers and Mastercard cardholders.
For more information on the upcoming event and future events at Cinnamon Bentota Beach, visit https://www.cinnamonhotels.com/cinnamon-bentota-beach/signature-events.
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